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Im taking sotalol at the moment for atrial flutter but it's constantly making me dizzy and on the verge of fainting. should i consult my cardiologist?
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Yes: You may be having more effects from the agent causing the symptoms.
Answered 3/14/2013
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Yes: Absolutely. Sotalol is a drug for atrial fib. It could cause other type of sometimes serious rhythm disturbance. If you are dizzy it is possible that your heart beat is slow. You need to see your cardiologist. If you have blood pressure calf check your BP & your pulse when you feel dizzy.
Answered 12/14/2015
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