Can taking digoxin, diltiazem & metoprolol at the same time cause your heart to pause (syncope), where you could pass out?
Metoprolol, diltiazem & digoxin?
Question posted by Maggiethorson on 11 April 2021
Last updated on 11 April 2021 by masso
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Interactions between your drugs
Major
dilTIAZem metoprolol
Applies to: diltiazem, metoprolol
Using dilTIAZem and metoprolol together may lead to increased side effects. This can cause fatigue, headache, fainting, swelling of the extremities, weight gain, shortness of breath, chest pain, increased or decreased heartbeat, or irregular heartbeat. If you take both medications together, tell your doctor if you have any of these symptoms. You may need a dose adjustment or need your blood pressure checked more often to safely use both medications. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
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Moderate
dilTIAZem digoxin
Applies to: diltiazem, digoxin
Before taking dilTIAZem, tell your doctor if you also use digoxin. You may need dose adjustments or special tests in order to safely take both medications together. This combination may increase digoxin levels. You should notify your doctor if you have symptoms of nausea, loss of appetite, visual changes, slow pulse, or irregular heartbeats. Your digoxin levels may need to be checked more frequently. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
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Moderate
metoprolol digoxin
Applies to: metoprolol, digoxin
Using metoprolol together with digoxin may slow your heart rate and lead to increased side effects. Contact your doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, decreased appetite, diarrhea, confusion, seizures, visual changes, fatigue, irregular heartbeats, and abnormally fast or slow heartbeats. If your doctor does prescribe these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment or special test to safely use both medications. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Interaction report: https://www.drugs.com/interactions-check.php?drug_list=883-0,890-0,1615-0
I suggest you speak to your Dr. first thing on Monday.
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