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Reviewer: Chris S., 65-74 on Treatment for 10 years or more (Consumer)
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Have had PSVT for about 20 years. Cardizem didn't work for 10 years, and atenolol gave me vivid, nightmarish dreams that robbed me of sleep and made me fearful of going to bed. I voluntarily ceased all meds, with my doctor's permission. Now, once or twice a year, when I have worked too hard, or eaten chocolate on an empty stomach, or become a bit dehydrated and not slept enough, or a comb
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Reviewer: EmergencyDose, 35-44 on Treatment for less than 1 month (Consumer)
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My heart rate was 220, blood pressure 75/35. The 1st dose of adenosine didn't work. The EMTs doubled it and tried again and brought my heart rate down to the high 90s and bp to 100/70. Prior to taking it I felt cold and clammy, had difficulty breathing, could not stand up because of weakness/dizziness. Obviously my heart was racing. My chest hurt, my jaw hurt. After I still had some difficulty
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Reviewer: Chezzausauk, 55-64 on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Consumer)
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Adneosine isn't called the Grim Reeper for no reason. THe first time I was given this it worked brilliantly. HR was at 240 bpm. Second time I knew what I was going to experience and was terrified. It took 2 attempts but worked on the second. This medication had my life flashing before my eyes and I thought I was going to die!!! It's a terrifying experience. Does the med work, yes but blime
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Reviewer: Mike, 55-64 Male (Consumer)
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In the ER for tachycardia (188BPM). Given 6mg with no results, then given 12mg with absolutely wonderful results.
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Reviewer: Jamie, 75 or over Male on Treatment for less than 1 month (Consumer)
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I was administered adenosine intravenously to end an episode of rapid heart beat four times. It was a horrible experience that made me feel like I was dying, and it did no good.
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