Comments on: What is it called when your heart beats really fast?

By: answerman09

answerman09 — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 09:26:16 +0000

technical term for rapid heart beat is tachycardia. If that’s what you’re looking for.

By: James G

James G — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 09:26:16 +0000

It is called sinus tachycardia, but why do you shake along with that?

By: A

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 09:26:16 +0000

Emergency inhalers contain some stimulants to help with your breathing; however, they should not impact you so strongly. You should talk to your doctor about that, as it could be a sign of something more serious.

By: Ashley

Ashley — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 09:26:16 +0000

Normal adult heart beat is 60-100 beats per minute. Above 100 beats per minute is called tachycardia.

By: prashant

prashant — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 09:26:15 +0000

fast heartbeats are called ‘tachycardia’. What you are describing is side effect of beta-agonist group drug from inhaler.it causes fast heart rate, & tremors. pl consult your family doctor. he will prescribe you another one with less salbutamol .