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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
Does Metformin cause soreness in the mouth and tongue? Am taking two 500 mg tabs per day?
Just had a blood test and the results were fine.
Taking Clopidogrel 75. Is it OK to take Cialis?
Recently had 2 stents inserted into my heart. Does taking Cialis with this blood thinner pose any danger?
Do blood vessels (veins, capillaries, arteries) heal on their own after a cut?
Hello. I recently accidentally cut my right hand below my index with a knife. The wound was deep (1 cm). When I went to the hospital the doctor asked me to move my finger and so I did.Then the wound was stitched. My question is can the blood vessels that were cut beneath the skin heal themselves? ... read more
What well help with white coat hypertension?
My blood pressure gets really high when I go to the dr. I Hate to go cause Im afraid that it will get to high. I have been told that I should take a Xanax before i go in. Does anyone have any info on what will help? thanks and God bless
How soon does Trulicity start to work?
I started Trulicity Mon night, today is Thurs. I also take 1000 mg on Metformin. My blood sugars are in the 200-300 range even fasting. I started the .75 dose. Side effects are tolerable.
Lots of blood in toilet water when pooping?
My bowel movements are getting progressively worse. Over the last few years i have slowly needed to go to poop more and more each day. I am now pooping around 7-8 times a day and majority of the time the toilet bowl is so full of blood it looks like beetroot water.. I then have a constant feeling... read more
Can my husband drink 6 to 8 cans of beer while taken Eliquis for DVt on left leg?
My husband drinks 6 to 8 cans of beer a day while taking Eliquis for 3 blood clots on b his left leg. Is there a problem while being on his blood thinner. Can this be a problem for him. Thanks
Facing Gall Bladder removal without stopping my Plavix (blood thinner)?
I'd been having "chest pains" since June of 2016. After repeated ER visits, a catherization was done to find a blockage of 80%. A stent was placed, but the pains continued. They were quite severe at times. After numerous GI tests, they found my gall bladder was "inflamed and dying." So this Friday,... read more
My blood pressure significantly spikes when I go to the dentist?
I recently went to the dentist with an abscess tooth. They gave me antibiotics and said to make an appointment to extract the tooth when I have finished the antibiotics. The problem tho is that I have a lot (and I am probably a bit extreme here) anxiety. My blood pressure always spikes... read more
How long does levothyroxine stay in your system?
Can you still have blood work done, if you took your thyroid medicine beforehand?
Is it common to take Adderall with high blood pressure medicine?
I've been prescribed Adderall for some time now and have recently noticed much higher blood pressure readings. I'm seeing my doctor soon for this, but I wanted to see if in the mean time if it is common and safe to take Adderall along with high blood pressure medicine (If I have to go that route).... read more
Why did I develop chunky blood discharge after using metronidazole topical gel?
My 3rd of using the gel, I developed chunky blood discharge.. like clumpy discharge. I haven't been on my period for awhile bc of my irregular periods, which is normal. I did however drink between using the topical gel. My irritation on my vaginal lips have gone away. But now I am developing weird... read more
Can I take levothyroxine at the same time as other medications?
I take medications for acid reflux and blood pressure that must be taken on an empty stomach, so I take them all together 30 minutes before breakfast, which is exactly how levothyroxine is supposed to be taken. Is there any issue with taking levothyroxine at the same time as other medications 30... read more
Can I cut 80mg telmisartan in half?
Telmisartan 80 mg is making my blood pressure go very low can I take half of 80mg tablet. No score line. Will cutting pill in half upset my stomach?