Blood pressure may be normal or low. An ECG shows atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter. Medication may include digitalis or other medications that slow the heart beat or that slow conduction of the impulse to the ventricles. The disorder is usually controllable with treatment. Atrial fibrillation may become a chronic condition.
Atrial flutter is usually a short-term problem.
Call your health care provider if symptoms indicate atrial fibrillation or flutter may be present. You doctor can work with you on finding the best drug for your case. What are the side effects to Toprol. Toprol XL is a long acting version of metoprolol. This drug is a beta-blocker.