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Are angiotensin receptor blockers similar to beta blockers in lowering the effect of adrenaline in the body in addition to angiotensin? i tried getting off my 40mg valsartan and on the second off day i started feeling palpitations?
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They are separate and distinct and the doc takes into consideration many things before deciding which or both to use. Try not to adjust your meds yourself - voice your concerns to your doc and let her decide to avoid symptoms like the one you have. Good luck
Answered 1/5/2023
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