Blood Pressure Forums (Page 125)

and gave me Exforge HTC 10mg/160mg/12.5mg ,after a few years my heart works too hard ,another cardiologue gave me now Meto Zerok 50 from Sandoz to take with the Exforge... answer me fast all the clinics are close for Christmas thank ,is it possible that the Meto will make my heart go to slow? thanks a lot ## Hello, Monique! How are you? I'm sorry about the problems that you're having. Metoprolol is a beta blocker that is listed by the FDA as most commonly being used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. Typical side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination and hypotension. Yes, there is a risk of that, but not a very high one. If your heart is working to hard, you should take this, as prescribed by the doctor, because letting th...

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I used micardis for 7 years and stopped taking it two months ago I now have stomach pain can the withdrawal of this drug be the problem?? ## Hello, Dawn! How are you? After 2 months, it is highly doubtful. Normal withdrawal effects would include nausea, dizziness, chills, elevated heart rate, diarrhea and elevated blood pressure. What medication did you replace it with? There many things that could cause stomach pain, according to the NIH, such as gastritis, ulcers, gas and etc. How often do you have the pain? Where is it located? Have you consulted your doctor?

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I have been taking Stamlobeta for the past 8 years and my blood pressure is quite under control. However, I was diagnosed with diabetes in 2010 and am currently taking Glycomet 250mg. As my fasting blood sugar levels are consistently above normal, my doctor recently advised me to stop taking Stamlobeta and start Telmisartan, 40mg a day. My question is; can I immediately stop Stamlobeta as my doctor suggested and take Telmisartan? Or alternatively, do I need to gradually reduce the dose of Stamlobeta over a two-week period before stopping it completely? If I need to taper off Stamlobeta, is it then safe to take half a tablet of Telmisartan, that is 20mg, along with 25mg of Stamlobeta? Please enlighten me on this subject.

Hi , My boyfriend 33 is taking metaprolol, he is experiencing hard time with ED, we have narrowed it down to blaming the meds, What should we do, he had open heart murmurs and we are afraid to just stop it ## Hello, Zee! How are you? Yes, it could be due to the Metoprolol, most of the blood pressure/cardiac medications can cause ER, along with nausea, dizziness, headache and stomach pain. However, no he can't just stop it, cold turkey. Doing so could cause a rebound effect that may put his life in danger. He will need to see his doctor to replace it with a different medication. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I too getting ED since day one I started on this medication. How can I recover from this problem? ## Hello, Ajay! I'm very sorry that you're having a similar...

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Need to know what this pill is for sure ## Hello, Megan! How are you? The only listing I can find in the prescription drug databases for a tablet is a round, pink one with M over 32 on one side and a score line on the other. It is listed as containing 50mgs of Metoprolol. The FDA classifies this medication as a beta blocker that is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. Typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, stomach pain, dry cough and hypotension. Is it possible that your pill is pink?

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nadolol 40 mg can it be split ## Hi bernie, Usually if there is a score line (divid) embedded into the tablet, it means the manufacturer purposely made it so patients could easily cut it in half. And after looking at several images of Nadolol 40mg tabs on the internet, it appears that nearly all of them do have a score line. So in that aspect I don't see why you wouldn't be able to split it in half, provided that it's ok with your doctor. I hope this helps!

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I was taking Micardis for a really long time, years. It was fine for a long time then my body started being poisoned by it. I had skin problems I never had before. My hair and eyelashes started falling out. I was very nauseated. I had the shakes. Finally I got so sick I had to hospitalized three times before they figured out it was the Micardis. I feel much better now. All my problems have completely disappeared except that it turned my hair that didn't fall out curly, which I never had curly hair before. Long term use of this product can make you very sick ## Hello, Leo! How are you doing? I'm very sorry about what happened to you. Micardis contains the active ingredient Telmisartan and according to the FDA, it has been known to cause such issues, so I'm surprised that the ...

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small pink pill ig one side and 420 on other ## Hello, Marylou! How are you? According to the databases, this tablet is listed as containing 20mgs of Lisinopril, which is an ACE inhibitor that's most commonly used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. Side effects as listed by the FDA may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, stomach pain, increased urination and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I was taking metoprolol 25 and last time it was a new script it is metoprol 25. Pills are different shapes. However after two weeks I have began having a lot of swelling. ## Hello, Sharon! How are you? I'm sorry about the problem that you're having. However, I really can't tell you anything about them from what you've included in your post. In theory they should be the same, but I can't really say without knowing more information. What are the markings on them? That is what would enable me to double check them for you. Metoprolol is a beta blocker that is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. Typical side effects, as listed by the FDA, may include nausea, dizziness, headache, stomach pain, increased urination and low blood pr...

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I'm having chronic insomnia from coming off Xanax .5mg 4×a day I've been using zzquil 50mg and 0.1mg colonidine at bedtime and even using 10mg propranolol along with it I also have used Alteril but it seem to cause my heart rate to jump up but any way I use these mess I still can't fall asleep I've slept about 11 hours in the past 5 days all I do is just lay there all night with my eyes closed hoping that sleep will come only to find myself getting back out of bed around 3am and waiting on daylight. I was c/t from the Xanax 4 and a haft months ago and have been in hell ever day I was on the Xanax 12 and haft years didn't even need it but here i wondering what to use its. A battle ever night I hate going to bed and have so much anxiety over it my Dr says there...

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I am age 69 and I've been taking high blood pressure medicine for the last twenty years. I had an angioplasty operation 6 years back. Two years back my doctor prescribed Eritel 40mg for my BP. However, if I use it for three consecutive days, my pulse rate falls drastically along with my blood pressure. Recently, I started suffering from psoriasis on my hands and body. Has this drug something to do with it?

Believe this is Mylan Metropolol succinate ER 25 mg. Was this part of the recalled Mylan Metropolol succinate ER that was recalled? ## Hello, Michelle! How are you? Yes, this is listed in the databases as containing 25mgs of Metoprolol in an extended release formulation. According to the FDA, this medication is a beta blocker that's most commonly used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. Possible side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, hypotension, stomach pain and increased urination. As to whether or not it was part of a recall, there's no way to be sure, without knowing how old the tablet is, or what lot it came from. Do you still have the pharmacy bottle? If so, that should enable your pharmacy to check for you. Are there any other quest...

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My pressure is usually around 110/70 if I take this what will it make my pressure drop to. I just had a coronary artery bypass graft almost a month ago. But my pressure has dropped to almost 70 and I was very light headed. I dont want another episode like that. ## Hello, Amanda! How are you? According to the FDA information, Metoprolol is a beta blocker that is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. Typical side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, stomach pain and increased urination. Unfortunately, there is no set number I can quote you for how much it will lower your blood pressure, that can vary from person to person. It doesn't work, at all, for some people and for others, it can work too well. The only thing you can really d...

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I just was put on ramipril yesterday after taking metropolol for 3 years because of diarrhea ,seems I'm having side effects today .dizzy , fast pulse is this normal . ## Hazel your doctor just said take this instead of Metropolol? I am weaning off of the (M) and I would def. call the doctor ..if you don't feel right. but yes it is quite normal for that to happen but I would think one has to be weaned off.. are those two drugs the same in nature? you could try some black strap molasses to slow heart rate down.. Magnesium, organic apple cidar vinegar, maybe some celtic sea salt.. if you can use these ... ## metropolol is a beta blocker and ramipril is a Ace Inhibitor there both for hypertension .As the day goes on I'm starting to feel better , thank you for replying . ## Hi; Y...

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How fast does the 2541 blood pressure pills work .01mg and is it a narcotic ? ## Hello, Myron! How are you? This tablet is listed in the databases as containing 0.1mg of Clonidine, it is a medication that has quite a few medical uses. Due to its actions, it tends to have some effect immediately, but it will take about a month for it to reach its full level of efficacy in your body. Typical side effects are listed as including nausea, dizziness, constipation and loss of appetite. No, it is not a narcotic of any type. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Hi, I have been on bystolic for over a year now, what I am noticing lately is hair loss/thinning... is this a side effect of Bystolic? Is it reversible? As a woman, the last thing i want is to be lose my hair. HELP! ## Hello, Rose! How are you? Yes, hair loss can be a side effect and, unfortunately, once it's started it usually continues as long as someone is taking it. The only way to reverse it would be to speak to your doctor about trying a different medication. Is there anything else I can help with? ## After going on bi-stolic for high blood pressure) for a few months my hair started thinning ALOT! My dermatologist said it can happen with beta blockers. My cardiologist said he can take me off and try something else. Has anyone been switched to an equally effective HBP medicatio...

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I have high blood pressure DR prescribe me micardis 40mg +lupiclor 12.5 + carvic in morning And in night I take febotorva 20 mg for cholesterol Is this combination is ok my BP stay normal now after one month of taking this medicine Should I continue long time Initially my bp was 100/150

Is there any way or program that can provide Losartan/HCTZ 100/25 free for individuals who do not have insurance and does to work to qualify for the reduce medication program for their medicine? ## Hello, Smith! How are you? I'm sorry about the problem that you're having. Merck does have an assistance program for the name brand, Hyzaar. You can contact them for more information on it by calling 800-727-5400. The FDA lists possible side effects of this medication as being nausea, dizziness, headache, stomach pain, hypotension and dehydration. Is there anything else I can help with?

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SOMETIMES AT NIGHT MY PRESSURE WILL SKYROCKET TO ABOUT 235/105. I DOUBLE DOSE MY MEDS BUT IT STILL TAKES AROUND 3-4 HOURS TO GET IT DOWN; NOT LOW BUT LIVABLE. I TAKE CLONIDINE .02 LOSARTAN 100 MG AND SOMETIMES AMLODIPINE 5 MG. ## Actually, the only thing bringing it down after 3 to 4 hours is time, not the medications. These medications don't work like that to bring it down that fast, they take time to work, which requires consistent dosing for 4 to 6 weeks to have an effect, occasionally doubling up, just when it spikes does nothing. Have you consulted your doctor about the spikes? What are you doing that may make it elevate like that? You most likely need a med adjustment in the evening, which will probably be a higher dosage of one of them. One that you could ask your doctor abou...

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I just lost my wife to Azor. She did not die but decided to leave me because i would not get her any more. She was taking about 20 to 30 a day.. Zopax, Azor, and a whole list of other anti-depressants will take your life away from you... You will get addicted to them. My advice is to stay away from it and make sure your loved ones do to...