Visken (pindolol) Side Effects, Uses Dosages
Side Effects for Visken (pindolol)
It helped with the POTS but caused massive hair loss. Had to stop taking it after 4 weeks.
PSVT, orthostatic hypotension, POTS
None, as far as I can tell. I have several chronic conditions, so any potential side effects could have been explained away by me as part of these issues.
This medication changed my life for the better. I was SO sick due to my autonomic dysfunction and all that it entailed. I felt like I got my life back.
Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia
Gave me migraines, depression and messed up my blood sugar...I became hypoglycemic. Plus, I experienced severe pain in my joints. Not a good medicine for me!
VISKEN (PINDOLOL): This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks and kidney problems. Pindolol belongs to a class of medications called beta-blockers. It works by blocking the effects of certain natural substances (such as epinephrine) on the heart and blood vessels. This results in a lowering of the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. (Sources: U.S. Centers for Medicare Services, FDA) Download our Free Resource Guide:
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