I am a 53 yr-old male with PVCs. I have been on Toprol, and now Verapamil with no results. After a recent 24-hr Holter I had recorded 43% PVCs (while on the Verapamil). My cardio Dr. is now putting me on Propafenone. I have a healthy heart, no heart disease, 5' 9" 185#, non-smoke, limited caffeine, moderate alcohol, exercise 3 x per week. My PVCs are coming from the left ventricle.
Aside from the normal information (and warnings), I have read about Propafenone, what do I need to watch for? Do I give up all caffeine and alcohol, lose weight, etc.? Has Propafenone been moderately successful in controlling PVCs?