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Can i take an atenolol in the middle of a tachycardia episode? i did last time and it made it go back to normal. it won't hurt right? dr apt mom

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Yes: It is safe as long as your blood pressure is not too low. Be patient, it may 1-3 hours to take effect.

Dr Pappas agreed

Answered 11/26/2014

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Dr. Atique Mirza answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Cardiology

You may: You may take it but you should also discuss and find out the better treatment for fast heart best.

Answered 11/1/2013

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