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Can an addition to nyquil cause an increase in heart rate?

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Yes: Nyquil contains a decongestant and this can elevated heart rate and blood pressure. Best to avoid this in people with heart problems or hypertension as well as irregularities of the heart rhythm.

Answered 11/26/2018

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