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Is Tightness Of Chest With Breathlessness A Result Of Taking Concerta?

My Dr just started me on concerta a couple weeks ago (36MG). I have only taken it a couple times, as I have noticed some uncomfortable side effects. I feel a slight tightness in my chest and sometimes feel a little short of breath. I'm an otherwise healthy 26 year old with no heart troubles, I have great blood pressure and no risk factors at all. Is this a common side effect that will resolve itself with time?
Mon, 25 Sep 2017
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Concerta is hormonal pill.
Hormonal pills can be cause similar kind of side effects like chest Heaviness, tightness, pressure, palpitations, breathing difficulty etc.
Themselves side effects are usually go away with 1-2 weeks of treatment.
So wait for 2 weeks more.
These symptoms will mostly go away.
If not improving or worsening then consult your gynecologist for change of drug.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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Is Tightness Of Chest With Breathlessness A Result Of Taking Concerta?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Concerta is hormonal pill. Hormonal pills can be cause similar kind of side effects like chest Heaviness, tightness, pressure, palpitations, breathing difficulty etc. Themselves side effects are usually go away with 1-2 weeks of treatment. So wait for 2 weeks more. These symptoms will mostly go away. If not improving or worsening then consult your gynecologist for change of drug. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.