Is metoprolol used for 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.

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).