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A member asked:
Can beta blocker make you short of breathe? (minax 50) or me having panic attack about heart attack again?
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Beta blockers: Usually don't make people short of breath, if you have panic attacks those certainly do...
Answered 3/30/2013
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Maybe (not) . . .: Some beta blockers can affect lungs leading to shortness of breath (opposite effect of beta agonist such as albuterol). Metoprolol shouldn't do this but individuals vary in sensitivity. Of course, panic attacks can also make one feel short of breath. Best to go see your family doc about your concerns. There are safer options (ssris) to treat panic attacks w/o addictive benzodiazepines.
Answered 3/30/2013
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Maybe: If u have bad asthma beta blockers can make it worse.
Answered 3/30/2013
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