Good afternoon everyone, can I ask if anyone with COPD, Bronchiectasis, Emphysema of CF takes or has ever been prescribed Ephedrine Tablets by their GP. I know it is a Bronchial Dilator and I am thinking of talking to my GP about it. I understand it can be damaging to your heart If misused as it can increase your heart rate.
Thank you for your comments in advance.
Joe x
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I had it as a child from about age 7. In the 50s & 60s it was really the only treatment. Thank goodness for modern drugs, as I still remember the agitation & endless sleepless nights. It causes tachycardia too, but I’ve had cardiac tests & all ok. It’s definitely not the drug of choice for bronchospasm now but at the time it was that or nothing.
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