"The clear benefits of beta blocker use in cardiovascular disease are well known but their use is generally avoided in patients who also have COPD, because of concerns they might cause adverse effects with breathing," the Scotsman quoted Prof Brian Lipworth, who heads the group, as saying.
"But our research shows there are no adverse effects and in fact, when used in addition to regular treatments like inhalers, the beta blockers have a very positive effect," added Lipworth.
The research has been published in the British Medical Journal.
Source: ANI