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I obsessively check my pulse. i take atenolol 25mg to calm fast hr. i know this causes me to have more anxiety. what can i do?

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Dr. Manjeet Singh answered

Specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology

Anxiety: I think you should see a psychiatrist and a therapist to figure out a decent drug plan and calming techniques to get your symptoms under control.

Dr Jarrard agreed

Answered 6/11/2015

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A member asked:

I obsessively check my pulse. i take atenolol 25mg to calm fast hr. i know this causes me to have more anxiety. what can i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Manjeet Singh answered

Dr Jarrard agreed

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