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Is it possible that propranolol is giving me chest pains and shortness of breath and sense of panic? started 40mg one a day dose 3 days ago
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Unlikely: that the medication is responsible...In fact, Propranalol is often used to TREAT your symptoms. (The one exception is if you have asthma) Speak with your treating health professional (G.P. etc) about this unusual response! Hope this is helpful! BE WELL Dr Z
Answered 1/31/2019
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Not likely: The question becomes whether it’s the propranolol, what it’s treating, or whether it’s too effective or not enough. If you’re taking it for (performance) anxiety, then maybe the dose is not effective. Too much of it can block the heart from working, either of which may cause the symptoms you’re describing. Mind re-posting the question providing your resting heart rate?
Answered 1/31/2019
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