Do beta blockers help atrial flutter?

Beta blockers are used to control the irregular heart rhythm in people with atrial fibrillation (AF) . By slowing the heart rate, the symptoms caused by AF, particularly palpitations and fatigue, are often improved.

Background: Diltiazem (calcium channel blocker) and metoprolol (beta-blocker) are both commonly used to treat atrial fibrillation/flutter (AFF) in the emergency department (ED).

Background: Diltiazem (calcium channel blocker) and metoprolol (beta-blocker) are both commonly used to treat atrial fibrillation/flutter (AFF) in the emergency department (ED).

Beta blockers are used to control the irregular heart rhythm in people with atrial fibrillation (AF) . By slowing the heart rate, the symptoms caused by AF, particularly palpitations and fatigue, are often improved.