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I tried 25mg metoprolol extended release and experienced difficulty taking deep breaths. my cardiologist gave it for palpitations but it actually made them worse, and i was also not able to sleep (nightmares) and had more anxiety. am i asthmatic?

Q: i tried 25mg metoprolol extended release and experienced difficulty taking deep breaths. my cardiologist gave it for palpitations but it actually made them worse, and i was also not able to sleep (nightmares) and had more anxiety. am i asthmatic?

: Difficulty of taking a deep breath does not mean you have beta blocker induced asthma. Just stop metoprolol for now then call your cardiologist an alternative.

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Difficulty of taking a deep breath does not mean you have beta blocker induced asthma. Just stop metoprolol for now then call your cardiologist an alternative.

Answered 11/15/2022

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A member asked:

I tried 25mg metoprolol extended release and experienced difficulty taking deep breaths. my cardiologist gave it for palpitations but it actually made them worse, and i was also not able to sleep (nightmares) and had more anxiety. am i asthmatic?

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