Re: Help with PAC's!

Posted By CCF CARDIO MD - DLB on April 04, 1999 at 15:55:31:

In Reply to: Help with PAC's! posted by Aaron on April 03, 1999 at 18:47:16:






I have recently been diagnosed as having premature atrial contractions.  I have been having them very steadily for the past week.  My cardiologist put me on Atenolol, but it is not instantly working.  Does anyone know how long it takes to receive the full benefit of beta blockers?  PAC's are very uncomfortable, and are actually painful at times.  Is there anyone else that experiences pain with PAC's?  Thanks.





Dear Aaron
It should kick in completely in a few days at most. I have had some patients describe PACs as painful, but it is very unusual to be that aware of them.
I hope this has been useful. Feel free to write back with further questions. Good luck.
Information provided here is of a general nature.  Specific diagnoses and treatments can only be made by your doctor.  If you would like to be seen at the Cleveland Clinic, please call 1-800-CCF-CARE for an appointment with a cardiologist at Desk F15.