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Can metropolol cause shortness of breath if you don't have asthma or any lung disease..been taking it due to heart surgery?

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Dr. Calvin Weisberger answered

short of breath: Talk to your dr. About your symptoms. Metoprolol usually wouldn't cause sob. Not much information here, your dr. Can advise you far better.

Dr Jacobson agreed

Answered 10/30/2013

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Dr. Azmat Qayyum answered

Possible: It sometimes gives that sensation being sob. But i would suggest to get evaluation before blaming to any drug. It should not be stopped without discussing with cardiologist.

Dr Mirza agreed

Answered 3/2/2016

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A member asked:

Can metropolol cause shortness of breath if you don't have asthma or any lung disease..been taking it due to heart surgery?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Calvin Weisberger answered

Dr Jacobson agreed

Dr. Azmat Qayyum answered

Dr Mirza agreed

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