I have been on HIV meds for the last three years. After my second week of taken my meds I started feeling as if I was going to pass out and have passed out several times along with heart palpitation. My resting heart rate would go up tp 160 BPM. Without the episodes it is 50-70 BPM. My first meds were Combivir, Reyataz, and I can not remember what the other one was. I am now on Atripla and I am still having these episodes. This has never happened before my meds. My doctor(s) feels as if it is panic attacks. I have had several extensive stress tests on my heart. No positive results. I workout 4-5 times a week: weight training, running, and swimming. I also mediatate and pray everyday. I am on Clonazepam and Propranolol. When I take my Clonazepam it does work. But I was wondering if my HIV meds could contribute to these symptoms. Please help.

KR

Both efavirenz and protease inhibitors can worsen side effects from clonazepam leading to increased levels with faintness/central nervous system symptoms. Cardiac evaluation if also recommended (as you have undergone). KH