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Question Title: Beta Blocker TreatmentForum: The Heart Forum
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You frequently mention a "beta blocker" as a treatment for PVCs. Do you have any information on the success rate of "beta blockers" in lessening or eliminating the palpitations? Also, what are treatments are available for PVCs? (All other risks factors like caffeine, alcohol, smoking, etc. have been eliminated). Thanks _______ Dear William, Thank you for your question. Beta-blockers refer to a class of medications that inhibit the beta receptor in the heart. This receptor causes the heart to go faster. Thus when it is inhibited the heart slows down and is less likely to have "extra" beats. I don't know exact numbers as to the effectiveness but I would guess around 80%. Some people cannot tolerate the medication and others decide that the palpitations are not worth taking a chronic medication for. Hope this helps. Feel free to write back with any additional questions. Information provided here is for general educational purposes only. Only your doctor can provide specific diagnoses and treatments. If you would like to be seen at the Cleveland Clinic, please call 1-800-CCF-CARE for an appointment at Desk F15 with a cardiologist.
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