Most people are using medications for stuffy and runny noses, but it is a terrible combination cold/allergy medications and atrial fibrillation. Speak to your doctor if you have afib and if you also have a stuffy nose because cold meds can cause more frequent episodes of an irregular heartbeat.
“All medications that are trying to decrease secretions or dilate the airways or lungs are all direct stimulants to the heart,” Chinitz explains.
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2 thoughts on “7 Common Atrial Fibrillation Dangers You Should Avoid”
Very good information,thank you.
Chocolate is a big trigger of afib, I’m sorry to say.