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If my betablocker causes rebound tachycardia if i don't take it (and it does and it feels horrible) how do i wean off atenolol 12.5mg twice a day.....

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Dr. Robert Morse answered

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Supervision: Best to work with a doctor on this. Generally a longer period of weaning may be required or transitioning to other therapy during this time.

Answered 1/23/2014

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A member asked:

If my betablocker causes rebound tachycardia if i don't take it (and it does and it feels horrible) how do i wean off atenolol 12.5mg twice a day.....

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Morse answered

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