Traditional contraindications to beta-blockers are peripheral vascular diseases, diabetes mellitus, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma .
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Use of Beta-blockers in Supraventricular Arrhythmias Atrial Flutter Beta-blockers have not been very effective for conversion of atrial flutter to sinus rhythm However, they are effective, to a certain degree, for ventricular rate control and are, therefore, indicated in stable patients.
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In AF, beta-blockers are preferred as a rate-control agent in patients after myocardial infarction and in patients with congestive heart failure. They may be avoided in patients with chronic pulmonary disease and at risk of bronchoconstriction.5 Ara 2015
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Atrial Fibrillation Drugs to Avoid
Read moreIs amiodarone contraindicated in atrial fibrillation?
Amiodarone is used in the treatment of atrial fibrillation, although the FDA has not approved this indication .
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Amiodarone is considered the most potent antiarrhythmic agent. The adverse event profile with amiodarone can be intolerable, with gastrointestinal effects the most common side effect.
Read moreIs anticoagulation needed for atrial flutter?
Most patients with atrial flutter should be considered for chronic anticoagulation in a manner similar to those with atrial fibrillation (AF). This recommendation is based not only on the fact atrial flutter carries a risk for systemic embolization but also that these patients usually have episodes of AF.
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