What you can do:

• Take medications as prescribed by your doctor.
• DO NOT stop your medications without talking to your doctor first. Contact your doctor about any side effects or adverse reactions
• Keep follow-up appointments for lab tests and check-ups.

What you can expect:

• Atrial fibrillation can usually be controlled through treatment.
• Working closely with your doctor to determine the proper medications and doses is very important.
• Possible complications if uncontrolled include stroke or heart attack.

Contact your doctor if you have symptoms of atrial fibrillation. If you have any of the risk factors, such as another heart condition, it is important to keep a regular schedule of check-ups.