I'm taking Metoprolol as a beta blocker to stop heart palpitations, which it does very well. It makes my poop soft, though, really soft, like lots of little plops. It looks like ribbons, a cross between #5 and #6 on the Bristol Stool Scale. I've been on the med a month now, and have not started returning to my normal poo-pickle.

My question: Has anyone else taken this stuff and had similar symptoms?

If so, did you ever return to normal, and how long did it take? If not, what did you do? Are you still on it and still pooping soft, or did you try dietary or other measures?

I called the cardiologist today and told the nurse practitioner my symptoms. She checked with a doctor and called me back. She says it's quite possible for my body to take this long to adjust.

I don't want to doubt her, but I would like to hear from some of you. What has been your experience, or what additional information do you have?