Persistent asthma after treatment with beta-blocking agents

Br J Dis Chest. 1979 Oct;73(4):407-8.

Abstract

Two atopic subjects with previously trivial asthma developed severe wheezing after receiving beta-adrenergic blocking agents. These drugs were discontinued but severe airways obstruction was still present more than 18 months later.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adrenergic beta-Antagonists / adverse effects*
  • Aged
  • Asthma / chemically induced*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Metoprolol / adverse effects
  • Middle Aged
  • Oxprenolol / adverse effects

Substances

  • Adrenergic beta-Antagonists
  • Oxprenolol
  • Metoprolol