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I am hyperthyroid and my blood pressure is 90/65. my endocronolgist wants me to take propanol (10mg) to help with palps. won't this drop my pressure?

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Dr. Sheldon Brownstein answered

Specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology

Propanol: Propanolol blocks thyroid effect and slows heart rate. This sometimes will raise Bp or have little effect

Answered 1/12/2016

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A member asked:

I am hyperthyroid and my blood pressure is 90/65. my endocronolgist wants me to take propanol (10mg) to help with palps. won't this drop my pressure?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Sheldon Brownstein answered

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