10 Side Effects of Beta Blockers
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Side Effect #3: Shortness of Breath
Shortness of breath or dyspnea refers to the sensation when one is unable to breathe well enough. Dyspnea can be evaluated based on the degree of distress, impact on daily activities, and intensity of discomfort.
In 85 percent of patients, dyspnea is caused by conditions such as pneumonia, asthma, interstitial lung disease, cardiac ischemia, congestive heart failure, psychogenic causes, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Dyspnea may also occur in patients who take beta blockers due to the effect of the medication that causes bronchospasms or bronchoconstriction.
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