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I have paroxysmal a fib and i am 70 years old, i only have short episodes 4 hours once in 2 weeks average .do i need to take rate control drugs?
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Probably: Rate control drugs are often prescribed for atrial fibrillation. If it is recurrent and/or lasts >24 hours you may need blood thinners as well. Discuss with your md.
Answered 12/25/2014
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