Caution essential when emphysema meets beta blocker
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November 22, 2019
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DEAR DR. ROACH: I have emphysema. I was prescribed metoprolol, but a book I have on prescription medication said never to take this medicine if you have emphysema. It also said not to stop taking it suddenly. What’s your comment? — J.F.
ANSWER: Metoprolol is a beta blocker that’s used most often for its effects on the heart. Epinephrine,…
Dr. Keith Roach-King Features
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