I am on medicine(methoprolol) for my hypertension for aoubt ten years now.My pulse rate is 49 per minute.Considerably low. I am 46 years old.How can I improve my pulse rate? I am worry about the rate.
I am on medicine(methoprolol) for my hypertension for aoubt ten years now.My pulse rate is 49 per minute.Considerably low. I am 46 years old.How can I improve my pulse rate? I am worry about the rate.
Hi Reginald,
I encourage you to consult your physician on this matter. If a low heart rate is a concern, sometimes pacemakers are used to regulate heart beat. However, your physician may be able to give you alternative options.
All the best,
Lisa Nelson RD
Be Heart Healthy and Lose Weight
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