Can I take Albuterol for Asthma/Bronchitis if I am on Diltiazem(Cardizen) for Tachycardia(SVT)?

I was recently diagnosed with SVT (supraventricular tachycardia) and was prescribed Toprol XL (beta-blocker) to lower blood pressure and hence reduce riski of further SVTs'. I was told to avoid Albuterol because with beta-blockers it could cause bronchial spasms and worse. Now, Cardizen is a calcium channel blocker which relaxes blood vessels allowing the heart to beat slower and steadier. Would Albuterol still be contraindicated for bronchial/asthma symptoms?? I am still taking Flovent with no problems.

No, there are other bronchodialators that your doctor can give you.. and if they don't want to prescribe them... there are other heart meds they can give you..

Ask your pharmacist. They will answer this question accurately for free.

I would talk to your doctor about that one.

No, you should not take the Albuterol AT ALL. Call your physician to find another medication. What you have posted IS correct. Yes, it is STILL contraindicated. You do have a few options though. Talk to your physician.

Yes, but it will kill you.

Would not recommend it, regardless of the medication used to treat your SVT the albuterol as a beta agonist will accelerate your heart rate to a certain degree, in most cases not fatal
better drug would be xopenex which is much safer alternative as a short acting bronchodilator
http://www.xopenex.com/aboutXopenex/xope...

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