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What Medication Helped With Shortness Of Breath?

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Cincinnati, OH
October 10, 2024
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Several medications can help with shortness of breath in pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH):

- Treprostinil: Improves exercise ability and shortness of breath caused by physical activity
- Epoprostenol (Flolan, Veletri): Shown to improve shortness of breath and fatigue.
- Sotatercept (Winrevair): Helps regulate blood Show Full Answer

Several medications can help with shortness of breath in pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH):

- Treprostinil: Improves exercise ability and shortness of breath caused by physical activity.
- Epoprostenol (Flolan, Veletri): Shown to improve shortness of breath and fatigue.
- Sotatercept (Winrevair): Helps regulate blood vessel wall growth, preventing PAH from worsening and improving exercise ability.
- Calcium Channel Blockers (e.g., nifedipine, diltiazem): Can help lower blood pressure in the lungs, though they may not work for everyone.

Always consult with your healthcare provider to determine the best treatment for your specific condition.

October 10, 2024

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