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Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a type of arrhythmia or abnormal heart rhythm that can be treated with a variety of medications.

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There are two types of medications used to treat AFib: Those that try to regulate heart rate and those that try to bring back normal sinus rhythm.[Source: National Library of Medicine]

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Medications used to control the heart rate include beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers, and digitalis. [Source: National Library of Medicine]

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These medications slow down the heart rate and reduce the risk of complications, such as stroke.

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Medications used to restore normal sinus rhythm include flecainide, propafenone, sotalol, and dofetilide. [Source: National Library of Medicine]

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These medications work by blocking the electrical signals that cause the atria to contract irregularly.

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Blood thinning medications such as warfarin, dabigatran, rivaroxaban, apixaban, and edoxaban are used to prevent blood clots that can occur in AFib. [Source: National Library of Medicine]

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Medications can be used alone or in combination to achieve optimal results, depending on the individual case.

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