Blood Questions (Page 18)

Hyperthyroidism - Can methimazole cause high blood pressure?

I am 31 years old recently diagnosed with hyperthyroidism; suggesting Grave's Disease. My primary put me on methimazole 5mg and recently had me do lab work because I am so symptomatic. My heart rate is elevated (resting 98-125bpm), my blood pressure is high been running 140/106 my normal is... read more

Can I take carvedilol, amlodipine & hydralazine together?

To lower blood pressure.

Blood Thinners - Are those taking Apixaban at higher risk of complications from Coronavirus?

The guidance on who is vulnerable in the UK is very vague. Are those on anticoagulants at higher risk? I had blood clots on my lungs twice last year and have asthma.

I have a question, I'm hoping someone can answer. I've been on the blood pressure medication HCTZ...

... for 9 months, a month ago I started getting tiny red spots on my hands, legs and feet. Then my skin started peeling. Then heart palps started, completely out of the blue. Could this be an allergic reaction after being on this med for all these months? I have an appointment with my doctor this... read more

Is it okay to take daily dose of 15mg meloxicam for 1 month? Does meloxicam cross bbb?

BBB- Blood Brain Barrier. Thank you for your response

Side effects after prednisone?

I quit taking prednisone 10 after taking 8 pills over two days because I developed a rash. That was 4 days ago. I feel I am developing withdrawal problems with very low blood sugar and extreme fatigue. Is that possible after such a short time on them?

I now have type 2 diabetes. Rexulti is known to increase blood sugar. Has this happened to anyone?

Blood sugar is supposed to be test regularly when on Rexulti. Does anyone have blood tests taken? This drug warns of increased blood sugar. I almost died few months after taking this. I was in ICU for 6 days with DKA, severe diabetic keto acidosis.

Propranolol - Another opinion on if this seems ideal for me?

Went into the doctors because, I felt like I was really anxious. Had high blood pressure. Took my blood pressure twice that day both 156/86 pretty much.Came back two weeks later to take it again pretty much the same 156/83. 60 mg capsules are prescribed once a day in the morning. Currently starting... read more

How to bring down blood pressure 255/100 and blood sugar 255?

my mother is 94 yrs .takes glipizide 10 mg , metformin 500 mg . can i give her another pill to bring down blood suger . also takes enalapril 20 mg .blood pressure

Can escitalopram affect you blood sugar levels. I was diagnosed as pre diabetic while I was on Paxil

Since I switched to escitalopram my sugar levels have been lower. I currently take medication for diabetes but I have been dealing with low blood sugar. Any correlation in changing SSRI and blood sugar levels?

Levonorgestrel - What are the long term side effects of postinor 2?

2 months after taking the postinor 2 pill,does it cause side effects such as swollen belly,swollen,sore, enlarged breasts,nusuea,on and off acne coupled with on and off whitish spotting (blood mixed with white mucus-like substance)?

Diabetes, Type 2 - I’m a very new diabetic. I’m supposed to check my blood glucose 5 times a...

... day. I’m having trouble getting blood out of my fingers. I’ve tried running them under hot water, shaking them, and milking them before and after use of my lancet. Any hints you can give would be greatly appreciated?

I am 21 years old I’m suffering from high blood pressure as it runs in my family and I’m scared?

II’m 21 years old I’ve had high blood pressure for years I got diagnosed when I was 17 I believe but it’s never given me problems until recently in my life at the age of 21. I do admit my eating habits were not the best because I would drink energy drinks almost everyday and eat... read more

Why should diclofenac sodium not be given to people who have high blood pressure?

How long are you supposed to be on blood thinner’s?