Bisoprolol* or metoprolol succinate are first-choice beta-blockers for patients with atrial fibrillation as they are prescribed once-daily and do not require dose adjustment in patients with renal impairment. Bisoprolol is preferred as it is more cardioselective than metoprolol and may cause more bradycardia.21 Tem 2017
Read moreWhat medications can affect heart rhythm?
Among the medications that can disturb heart rhythms are chloroquine, hydroxychloroquine and azithromycin , which have been used to manage COVID-19, the writing group noted.
Read moreWhat medications can cause V fib?
These include primarily the antiarrhythmic drugs (IA, IC, sotalol and bepridil), digitalis , sympathomimetics and phosphodiesterase inhibitors.
Read moreAre beta-blockers contraindicated in AFib?
beta-blockers are effective in maintaining sinus rhythm and controlling the ventricular rate during atrial fibrillation. Given these effects and their favorable effects on mortality, beta-blockers should be considered as first-line agents in the management of patients with atrial fibrillation .
Read moreWhich antiarrhythmic is contraindicated in patient with atrial fibrillation mi?
Flecainide and propafenone are recommended for the management of patients with AF without structural heart disease. They are contraindicated in individuals with prior myocardial infarction and reduced left ventricular function because of a risk of ventricular proarrhythmia.17 Oca 2012
Read moreAre beta-blockers contraindicated in AFib?
beta-blockers are effective in maintaining sinus rhythm and controlling the ventricular rate during atrial fibrillation. Given these effects and their favorable effects on mortality, beta-blockers should be considered as first-line agents in the management of patients with atrial fibrillation .
Read moreWhat medications should be avoided with atrial fibrillation?
Atrial Fibrillation Drugs to Avoid
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