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Are Heart Palpitations And Shortness Of Breath While On Metoprolol A Concern?

I am taking 2 meds (I tab 2 times a day SMZ/TMP and METOPROLOL 25 MG TA (1 tablet daily) I came down with Heart Palpation and panting About 6 mo ago I moved from Oregon to NM and altitude is around 5000 ft. Oregon I was 100 above sea level and the fog this winter has bothered my lungs and breathing and have had lack of oxygen. I have asked for oxygen but not given it by the Dr. I have been in good health most all of my life and my blood pressure is good which I take each day. However it changed with this problem. I am taking it now 124/72 heart 72. I have had some palpitation in the past and have seen drs but have not taken any meds for heart except one time about 6 -7 years ago when given to me by an internal dr. and I went to see a heart spec and he said no do not take this sent me home telling me to come back if I had pain. This Dr is also a internalist DR
Sat, 4 Aug 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

I would like to tell you that your blood pressure and heart rate is pretty good which don't require any medication for correction.

It's recommended for you to stay physically active and have healthy eating habits. If you experience any chest discomfort with short breath or palpitation then consult a physician.

Hopefully this information will guide you properly.

Kind regards,

Dr. Bhanu Partap
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Are Heart Palpitations And Shortness Of Breath While On Metoprolol A Concern?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I would like to tell you that your blood pressure and heart rate is pretty good which don t require any medication for correction. It s recommended for you to stay physically active and have healthy eating habits. If you experience any chest discomfort with short breath or palpitation then consult a physician. Hopefully this information will guide you properly. Kind regards, Dr. Bhanu Partap