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I weaned off labetelol 3 weeks ago. my heart rate was in the 60s then, now it's in the high 80s to 90s. is this normal?

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Dr. Joel Gorfinkel answered

Specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology

Yes, but: Labetalol, a beta blocker, does lower heart rate, that will increase when stopped. However, resting heart rate high 80s-90s is a little high. If this persists another week or two you should see Ur doc. Also, if u are now off labetalol Ur doc should be following you anyway. Good luck.

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Answered 9/17/2015

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A member asked:

I weaned off labetelol 3 weeks ago. my heart rate was in the 60s then, now it's in the high 80s to 90s. is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Joel Gorfinkel answered

Dr Willson and 2 doctors agreed

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