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Posted 1/15/2016 10:28 PM (GMT 0)
My heart rate always runs on the low side (and I always worry about it). It usually ranges from the 50’s-60’s while I am at work. I started Lexapro 2 days ago and my HR is dipping into the high 40’s while I am working. My chest feels tight and it is making me really anxious.

I told my doctor before he put me on Lexapro that I was concerned with my HR being in the 50’s and he reassured me that it was fine. I am a healthy 30 year old who has great blood work and walk daily. He was not worried at all. I asked if taking Lexapro could lower my HR even more and he told me not to worry, that it is fine. I don't like this.
Posted 1/16/2016 1:15 AM (GMT 0)
Cheri this is your choice to make, sometimes we just dont fit the average person syndrome that doctors study, i know
what i would do but you know whats best for you. Peace

Larry ***
Posted 1/16/2016 1:26 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you

I don't even know what I should do or what is best right now. I really don't. I wish I had some easy answer. I really appreciate this place.
Posted 1/16/2016 5:21 AM (GMT 0)
Cheri,

I too have bradycardia. My pulse can dip into the 40's as well sometimes.

It is my understanding that if you're not symptomatic (feeling constant exhaustion, shortness of breath, fainting, ect.) that this is not something you need to worry about...especially since your doctor is not concerned.

If you can't shake this worry, you can always consult with a cardiologist, who could give you the best reassurance.

With understanding,

S.C.
Posted 1/16/2016 6:10 AM (GMT 0)
Cheri some years ago i was given a blood pressure med that had my HR in the 40's what i did was cut it in half
and took it at different times of day, I monotered my BP constantly not as an obsession but to see what the med was doing to me, Later i only took the half and it controlled my BP very well. Peace

Larry ***
Posted 1/16/2016 2:54 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you both.
Posted 1/17/2016 2:07 AM (GMT 0)
Hang in there kid we are with you, Peace

Larry ***
Posted 1/18/2016 11:32 AM (GMT 0)
I too am concerned about my heart rate dipping. It isn't unusually for my heart rate to be between 50 and 55. However last night I had a reading at 47 before going to bed. I recently started Paxil.
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