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Esmolol
INFORMATION ABOUT ESMOLOL
Esmolol Uses
Esmolol is used in the treatment of Arrhythmia and hypertensive emergency.
How Esmolol works
Esmolol is a beta blocker that works specifically on the heart. It works by slowing down the heart rate and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.
Common side effects of Esmolol
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common
Headache, Dizziness, Vomiting, Asymptomatic hypotension, Symptomatic hypotension, Infusion site reaction
CONTENT DETAILS
Written By
Dr. Lipika Khurana
PGDHHM, BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Rajeev Sharma
MBA, MBBS
Last updated
07 Sep 2022 | 09:33 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Esmolol
  • It may cause dizziness. If this happens to you, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
  • It can hide symptoms of low blood sugar if you are diabetic. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
  • Do not stop taking Esmolol suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Frequently asked questions for Esmolol
Esmolol can cause weight gain, although very rarely. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight gain with Esmolol as it could be due to some underlying condition that needs attention.
You can eat and drink normally while taking Esmolol. However, making lifestyle changes like stopping smoking, eating healthy food and exercising regularly can further give a boost to your health.
You can continue playing sports while taking Esmolol. Exercising regularly can help you in controlling your blood pressure. However, do not over do it or push yourself too hard while exercising or playing sports.