There is usually normal blood pressure . Often, ectopic heartbeats do not require treatment. The condition is treated if symptoms are severe or if extra beats are very frequent. Anti-arrhythmic medications such as lidocaine, or other medications, may be needed to suppress the extra heartbeats. The underlying cause may also require treatment.
Ectopic heartbeats are generally benign , requiring no treatment.
They may indicate an increased risk for the development of other cardiac arrhythmias . Call your health care provider if ectopic heartbeats have been diagnosed and the symptoms worsen or do not improve with treatment. The information provided herein should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions. Inc. Any duplication or distribution of the information contained herein is strictly prohibited.