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sice my pace maker has been plcaed, my BP is screwed up- running high, should i be back on my beta blocker>
had a pace maker placed 5 weeks ago an was taken off my beta blockers, due to very low HR. Since then my BP runs high like 156/80-90. I am wondering whether I should be back on my Beta blocksrs again
A beta blocker is primarily a medication for controlling heart rate. An ACE inhibitor is the most oftened prescribed medication for high blood pressure. If an ACE inhibitor has not provided relief or there are a lack of tolerance, then a calcium channel blocker. Consult with your doctor.
Thanks for the question, and if you have any further questions or comments you are welcome to respond. Take care,
Ken
Thanks for the question, and if you have any further questions or comments you are welcome to respond. Take care,
Ken
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