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Since starting bystolic (nebivolol) 18 months ago, 2.5 mg for htn, my ast/alt & ldl have been rising steadily. i've read this med is extensively metabolized in the liver, will switching to an arb reverse the rise?

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Dr. Budi Bahureksa answered

Specializes in Cardiology

No: I think you need to see a GI specialist and check your liver --.

Answered 6/10/2014

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Dr. Payam Mehranpour answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Cardiology

Evaluation: Rise in liver enzymes and LDL is likely not related to bystolic (nebivolol). Best would be to see your doctor for evaluation of cause of changes.

Answered 3/8/2014

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A member asked:

Since starting bystolic (nebivolol) 18 months ago, 2.5 mg for htn, my ast/alt & ldl have been rising steadily. i've read this med is extensively metabolized in the liver, will switching to an arb reverse the rise?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Budi Bahureksa answered

Dr. Payam Mehranpour answered

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