I Have Atrial Fib And Was Wondering If It Is

Posted on Fri, 29 Mar 2019

Question: I have atrial fib and was wondering if it is safe for me to drink theraflu for nasal congestion and cold like symptoms.

Answered by Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Theraflu is a safe medication to use in atrial fibrillation.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

I understand your concern.

Most of the antiinflammatory medication can increase the risk of a heart attack.

There are not recommended to be used in atrial fibrillation.

The safest medication that you can use is Acetaminophen.

You can take Acetaminophen 500 mg three tablets a day.

Theraflu has Acetaminophen and other ingredients which are safe to use in atrial fibrillation.

Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.

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