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A member asked:

I took sudafed and have racing heart. is this a normal side effect?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Yes: Decongestants can cause irregular heart rates.

Dr Koch agreed

Answered 3/15/2013

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Thank
Dr. Rick Koch answered

Normal...no but: Can be seen as a side effect.

Answered 3/15/2013

5.2k views

Thank

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