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I have just been change from 5 mg of amlodipine to 10mg 3 days ago as my blood pressure was 212/136?
... They have tested me for everything else and all came back ok. It has come down somewhat to 172/102 but my heart rate has gone up. I have no swelling o the ankles or wrist but have a very hot head as if i have been on a sunbed and with it bad headaches, and i really have a high tolerance to... read more
Is there an anti-depressant that doesn't raise blood pressure?
I'm starting Pegasys/Copegus treatment on the 22nd (Feb) for Hep C. It is necessary as I understand that I be on a anti-depressant during this treatment. My blood pressure is normally 110/60 and the Citalopram that I took for about 3 weeks raised it up to 140/70. The treatment meds are also can... read more
Does metformin affect high BP?
I read in an article that peop;e with with high blood pressure should not take metformin because it will cause it to become higher and does not interact well with the blood pressure meds, also in rare occassion it can cause the blood sugar to raise. Is this true?
I took an overdose of Lisinopril. Instead of 10 mg, I took 30 mg. Do I need to worry about that?
I was bringing my fiance his blood pressure medicine (20 mg. of Lisinopril) but instead of taking it to him, I accidently took his pill. I had already taken my dosage for the day, which is 10 mg. I tried to throw up and did so a little bit. Do I need to worry?
Is there a liquid form of blood pressure medication?
My wife has Alzheimers and refuses to take pills and pulls off patch medications.
Is is necessary to take (3) different blood pressure medicines?
My husband is taking Carvedilol, Lisinopril and Spironolactone. I am concerned about the side effects of taking so many medicines. He is also taking Atorvastatin, Warfarin, and Plavix.
How much sodium is in Montelukast sodium tablets?
my husband has high blood pressure and doesn't want to over take any salt products
Can cephalexin raise your blood pressure?
I have been taking this drug now for three days 500mg twice a day. I have noticed that my blood pressure is running higher than normal 145/85. I do take BP meds. I wonder if this med is causing this.
Does prednisone elevate blood pressure?
I take 5 mg prednisone per day. This week the doctor has prescribed mega doses for a condition. My blood pressure is elevated. 166/90. I am 85 year old female
Yes, where can I get a free blood pressure monitor?
I have a monitor that needs replacing that I got free years ago from your company. I am on a fixed income and cannot afford to buy a new one. The rubber ball fell apart by crumbling.
Patient with high blood pressure, can he/she take normal saline?
Let me add more details in this question: My uncle who suffers of hypertension and diabetes. He was hospitalized for diabetes management. The dr.prescribed 4 liter of Normal saline to be administered in a short time on him. I informed he is hypertensive pt. Is that normal???
When is your blood pressure high to the point I need to seek medical attention?
Over last 3 days it's been fluctuating. I just woke up again feeling funny and I checked it. It's 150/136. I'm watching it but headache is intense. I've taken 20 mg of Bystolic and 100mg of Sertraline for calmness. I don't feel stressed but I do have alot going on. Just wondering if meds don't work... read more
What level of slow heart rate (bradycardia) is considered dangerous?
I have been taking bystolic for several months to control anxiety and panic attacks/heart arrhythmias related to Mitral Valve Prolapse. My blood pressure seems to be OK, but my heart rate has steadily decreased over time to 47 bpm. My primary care physician is concerned, but my cardiologist is not.... read more
Do I have to be on Amlodipine 5mg for high blood pressure all my life?
I am 45 year old, afro Caribbean female. My GP has just prescribed me this week Amlodipine 5mg, he said to be taken for the rest of my life. He had been monitoring my blood pressure and it has been high over a period of 2 months. Do I really need to be on these tablets all my life? What would... read more
High Blood Pressure - substitute for amlodipine?
i am taking amlodipine for bp. working ok, but there is swelling on my feet. even when i take water pill. any other substitute for amlodipine. will appreciate.