Bronchodilators (Beta antagonists) - Side effects
The following cautions and side effects are applicable to both short and long acting Beta-2 adrenoceptor agonists.
- Commonly heart palpitations or faster beats.
- Peripheral tremors especially in the hands.
- Headaches.
- Muscle cramps.
- Very occasionally, patients may report that their chest feels tighter after taking a bronchodilator. This may be due to paradoxical bronchospasm and is the opposite of what the drug is intended to do. Patients should be seen by medical staff if this occurs.
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