Question 1

my dr decided to put me on flacianide for my innapropriate sinus tachycardia is this a good option?

Accepted Answer

Flecainide: If you are uncomfortable with your drs. Choice of therapy, ask for cardiology referral and discuss with that dr. Who will be able to integrate your whole picture. There isn't enough info here to comment on the drug choice.

Question 2

is innapropriate sinus tachycardia hereditary?

Accepted Answer

Possibly.: There are reports of families, including multiple generations, with a persistent sinus tachycardia.  However, one should search for an underlying cause of the high heart rate first, such as hyperthyroidism, underlying inflammation , or some other condition which might increase ones metabolic rate.

Question 3

i have innapropriate sinus tachycardia and actually fainted for the first time are my symptoms getting worse?

Accepted Answer

Fainting: Fainting from a heart problem means you must immediatly see your cardiologist.This is a potentially life threatening condition.Call for an apointment today or go to the e r.

Question 4

is flecainide a good medicine for innapropriate sinus tachycardia?

Accepted Answer

Yes. It is often: a medication chosen to treat this issue when there is no evidence for structural heart disease. It should be combined with an AV nodal blocking agent for greatest efficacy and safety. Low dose beta blocker combination is usually effective.

Question 5

why does innapropriate sinus tachycardia occur? i'm ill with mine on bisoprolol 10mg highest dose just want a cure so i can be normal  and go to work!

Accepted Answer

?  reversible causes: Inapproriate sinus tachycardia typically signals in imbalance in the sympathetic nervous signals --the "fight or flight" reflex.  It is a sinus rate that is excessive without provocation.  It is important to make sure that reversible causes of sympathetic nerve stimulation are ruled out--such as dehydration, anmia, excessive thyroid hormone, anxiety.  Beta blockers first.  Clonidine might help too.

Question 6

i was on bisoprolol 10mg as diagnosed with innapropriate sinus tachycardia had to drop to 5mg was making me ill what other meds for ist?

Accepted Answer

Take another look.: Perhaps taking another look would be fruitful.  Heart rate is influenced by multiple neuroendocrine factors, some of which are uncommon.  A careful history, physical exam, and specific blood and urine tests might provide an answer as to the cause; this could be helpful in providing a clue as to the therapeutic options.  An experienced internist, cardiologist or endocrinologist might be helpful.

Question 7

i recently started passing out taking clonzapam and paxil (paroxetine) i have innapropriate sinus tachycardia  could i be passing out from the medicine?

Accepted Answer

Syncope: The drugs could contribute to passing out but there are many considerations. Discuss with your doctor.

Question 8

automatic atrial tachycardia with exercise? how do you differentiate from innapropriate sinus tachycardia? which would be more likely in an athlete?

Accepted Answer

Tachycardia: Inappropriate sinus tachycardia - elevated heart rate (HR) at rest &gt; 100 sitting/standing.  Athletes usually have a slow HR at rest.  Atrial tachycardia/fibrillation/flutter with excessive HR more common in extreme athletes with exercise.  Cause unclear - may be due to electrical changes from extreme endurance exercise to atrial electrical properties of the heart.  More exercise not always better.

Question 9

i've got innapropriate sinus tachycardia meds aren't working for me my consultant speaking to me on tues about ablation how successful is procedure!?

Accepted Answer

Speak to your MD : Inappropriate sinus tachycardia is not a common condition. To answer your question properly, much more information is needed. While in general success of ablative procedures is good, ranging from 70 to over 90% depending on the condition, individual patient factors play a big role. About 20% of the time there may be a need for a repeat procedure but again, it varies. Speak to your doc asap!

Question 10

i have innapropriate sinus tachycardia, my pupils are different sizes is this related to this heart condition?

Accepted Answer

No: Anisocoria (different pupil sizes) can be a)normal, b)due to eye disease or c)due to very serious brain disease. Since you're on the internet writing this question, "c" has been excluded! it's not due to your heart rhythm.

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Innapropriate Sinus Tachycardia

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My dr decided to put me on flacianide for my innapropriate sinus tachycardia is this a good option?

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Is innapropriate sinus tachycardia hereditary?

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I have innapropriate sinus tachycardia and actually fainted for the first time are my symptoms getting worse?

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Is flecainide a good medicine for innapropriate sinus tachycardia?

A member asked:

Why does innapropriate sinus tachycardia occur? i'm ill with mine on bisoprolol 10mg highest dose just want a cure so i can be normal and go to work!

A member asked:

I was on bisoprolol 10mg as diagnosed with innapropriate sinus tachycardia had to drop to 5mg was making me ill what other meds for ist?

A member asked:

I recently started passing out taking clonzapam and paxil (paroxetine) i have innapropriate sinus tachycardia could i be passing out from the medicine?

A member asked:

Automatic atrial tachycardia with exercise? how do you differentiate from innapropriate sinus tachycardia? which would be more likely in an athlete?

A member asked:

I've got innapropriate sinus tachycardia meds aren't working for me my consultant speaking to me on tues about ablation how successful is procedure!?

A member asked:

I have innapropriate sinus tachycardia, my pupils are different sizes is this related to this heart condition?

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