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Follow up question. not sure if albuterol is the cause of palps and breathlessness, only feel this on doing a lot of walking, or physical activity!

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Palpitations: Need evaluation with bloodwork and ekg.

Answered 8/24/2013

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Dr. Erine Kupetsky answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes: Albuterol definitely can cause palpitations and shortness of breath. The reason is that albuterol causes tachycardia. Some people are more sensitive to it that others.

Answered 9/25/2013

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