Blood Pressure Forums (Page 159)

I'm a HR Manager for a new company and I put a random test policy in place per ownership request. I did a random yesterday and I received a non-negative. So I need to know if one of the medications that I take daily could cause a false positive. Here is the medications: Tarka, propranolol, and bupropion.

Can lisinopril and propranolol er 60 mg be prescribe for blood pressure at the same time with no problems. ## Hi, Marylou! Yes, they sure can and it is often done when someone's blood pressure is found to be extremely high, or if they've proved to have resistant hypertension. Many times, combining such medications causes them to act synergistically, which improves how well they lower blood pressure levels. Learn more Propranolol details here. Learn more Lisinopril details here. But the patient should know to watch for the signs of hypotension, which may include headache, dizziness, high heart rate and shallow breathing. And some side effects which may occur from these medications can include nausea, drowsiness and stomach pain. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Hello, I am on clonidine hcl 0.2 mg. twice a day. I started on the Mylan brand and only took it for one month. Then I went to a different drug store and they gave me the Actavis brand. I have been taking the Actavis brand a few months now, but it seemed like the Mylan was better. I just got a new perscription of the Mylan brand again and just took my first pill. Can you all tell me which of these two brands of clonidine hcl work best for you or if you can tell any difference. After I am on the Mylan again for awhile I will post here again and let you know if it is really better then the Actavis. Anything anybody can tell me that have tried both of these brands of this medication would be of great help. Thanks, nora ## Hi, Nora! Sorry about the problem you've had. To clear it up for ...

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I found some small white oblong pills in my car and they are marked L|U on one side and P22 on the other if you could help me out please tell me what they are ## This tablet contains 50mgs of Losartan, which is an ARB class medication that's most commonly used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache and hypotension. Learn more Losartan details here. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Does cutting metoprolol er 100 in half at the score have any effect on the extended release? ## To my understanding, cutting an extended release pill in half does have an effect on its time-release properties. I honestly don't know if this only pertains to "capsules" rather than "tablets", since they are different forms in and of themselves. Often times the score line does indicate that the pill can be divided in half, but unless your doctor gives you the ok, I would suggest playing it safe in either case. You may even want to talk to your doctor about lowering your dosage to 50mg Metoprolol succinate extended-release tablets. This way you can always take another dose without worrying about messing up the time-release properties. I hope this helps! Does anyone else k...

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How many Clonidine's of 0.01 mg could cause an overdose?? A friend of mine has taken more than prescribed and I would like to know if what she did take is safe or not. ## My mistake. It's clonidine 0.1 mg ## Without knowing how many they took, it's difficult to say. When it comes to overdosing, it can vary according to the medication taken, the person's overall health and their tolerance to the medication in question. In other words, someone with a very high tolerance that has taken something for years may not have any problems taking a very high dose of something, where a fraction of it may cause an overdose in someone that has not been on it very long or who is in questionable health. However, yes this one can be dangerous due to its mechanism of action, so if you'...

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I don't want to take any meddication manufactured in India, China, Sudan,or any third world countries, I want to Ingest, eat and wear only products manufactured in the USA please HELP! ## HI, Lucile! How are you? I do understand your stance on this and our country does need as much support as we can give…. However, I think that you are going to run into problems if you try to do this with your medication. A pharmacy isn't going to let you pick whose Atenolol you receive to fill your prescription. They generally stock whichever one was offering the cheapest price at the time they needed to reorder and that's the one you get, when you go in for a refill. Unlike your grocery store, they don't offer you a selection to chose from. I really wish that I had better news fo...

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Metoprolol Succinate Extended Release Tablets USP ## Metoprolol is a beta blocker that is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. Its side effects may include: nausea, dizziness, headache and stomach pain. Learn more: Are there any questions or comments? ## As per doctors prescription I am taking one prolomet XL 50 in the morning & another XL 50 in the evening. But the leaflet in the box says, One tab can be taken only once a day. Is it a problem for me, for taking XL 50 twice a day ?

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Can u tell me what it is? It is green and 15 has an R on it and the other side has the number 40 ## Hi Johnny, Any chance you may have meant "P" instead of "R"? Based on the your description, the closest match I'm finding is a round light green pill imprinted with "P" over "40" separated by a horizontal score line in the middle. This particular pill is identified as Propranolol hydrochloride 40 mg; which is used to treat high blood pressure, abnormal heart rhythms, heart disease, pheochromocytoma, and anxiety. Manufacturer: Heritage Pharmaceuticals, Inc. National Drug Code (NDC): 23155-0112 You can learn more about this drug on the page for Propranolol Details By the way, I also noticed that you mentioned the number "15" in your description, y...

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Do not take this medication for high blood pressure...sure it will work, in less than 3 days it dropped my bp to 90/55, i felt like i was going to die...and when you discontinue it you will rebound like crazy, heart rate will shoot through the roof, blood pressure will rise dramatically and the headaches and head pressure will be severe...I ended up in the emergency room twice trying to get off this medication and still can't get off it without having severe effects. Do a search for the study the nimh did on trying to get off this drug 30 years ago to see what it does to people. Please avoid this drug at any cost. ## Sorry about the problem you've had taking Clonidine. However, it is a very potent medication so yes it can drop your blood pressure dramatically, that's why it...

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This small peachish pink oval shaped pill has L 167 imprinted on it. The opposite side has a line where u could split it in to two halfs. ## Based on my research, an oval pink pill marked "L167" is identified as Clonidine hydrochloride 0.1 mg. Manufacturer: Alembic Pharmaceuticals Limited Clonidine has been prescribed historically as an antihypertensive drug, but has found new uses, including treatment of some types of neuropathic pain, opioid detoxification, sleep hyperhidrosis, anaesthetic use, and off-label, to counter the side effects of stimulant medications such as methylphenidate or amphetamine. It is becoming a more accepted treatment for insomnia, as well as for relief of menopausal symptoms. Clonidine is increasingly used in conjunction with stimulants to treat attenti...

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5 months taking cardicor productive cough arrived other problems re muscle bad pains have subsided and only happen occasionally How ever the productive cough has gone on for 6 months and getting worse and affecting breathing feel as having asthma which I have not got Is this cardicor. ? ## Usually, these types of medications cause an annoying dry cough. I've experienced it from some of them myself. A productive cough isn't a normal side effect. Do you take any other medications? Have you consulted your doctor? Do you smoke?

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I was originally prescribed the White pill with 831 [Metoprolol] (MFR Watson) and changed to a mail order pharmacy and they sent White pill with 735 [Metoprolol]. I would like to know if these are the same pills. Thank you ## Hi, Carol! How are you? Yes, both of the tablets contain 50mgs of Metoprolol in a time released formulation, it is most commonly used to help treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache and stomach pain. Learn more Metoprolol details here. ## Thank you very much for your reply. I am doing well. Yes, the pill is used to treat my high blood pressure. I have not had any side effects yet. Thank you, once again for replying! :)

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Markings are one side 2110 and other side like a scroll v ... they are different from what I was prescribed before. ## Hi, Terry! Yes, the tablet with this marking contains 10mgs of Amlodipine, which is a calcium channel blocker that's used to treat hypertension and certain cardiac conditions. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache and hypotension. Learn more Amlodipine details here. It is normal for your pharmacy to sometimes provide you with a different one, since the one they carry will vary depending on what manufacturer was offering the cheapest price at the time they needed to restock their supply. Are there any other questions or concerns?

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IS IT SAFE TO TAKE NORVASC AFTER EXPIRATION DATE ## Norvasc contains the active ingredient Amlodipine and while it doesn't get dangerous once it's past the expiration date, it can start to lose effectiveness. SInce it expired over a year ago, it isn't very likely that it will work as well as it did when it was new. Learn more Norvasc details here. Thus, it would really be best to get a new prescription. Are there any other questions or comments? ## What is the drug like lisinopril but does not have the coughing side effect?

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Will Zolam 1.0 reduce blood pressure due to anxiety in the short term? ## Zolam (Alprazolam) is in a class of medications called benzodiazepines. These types of medications work by decreasing "abnormal excitement" within the brain. So it's possible that it may not have a direct effect on one's blood pressure, since that's not necessarily how it works. However from my own observation, if one is in a state of serenity or calmness, their blood pressure is also bound to follow suit, eventually reflecting lower levels. That's just my theory and I may be wrong, but it does make sense logically. Anyone else have thoughts on this?

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Interesting comments regarding side effects. I've experienced similar. I've been on Meto 50 mg TR for 6 weeks. May be a day or two during those 6 weeks not taking the med. But I experienced the nausea, loss of appetite, etc. I'm just wondering how long it will take for the drug to completely leave my system. I'm doing a test and my doctor wants to make sure that the drug is completely out of my system. I also noticed that my liver ALT test is elevated. The elevation started right after I was put on Meto for high blood pressure but more for heart palpitations. It really didn't help the palpitations. And sometimes my BP went up, a lot.

small white round tablet with an arrow head under an S on one side and 256 on the other side any idea what they are cleaning out medical cabinet in house and have no idea as in unlabeled bottle ## Hi Amy, The only pill I've been able to locate that somewhat matches this description is a small oval pill with the imprint 256. This pill is Carvedilol (12.5 mg); which is indicated for the treatment of mild to moderate congestive heart failure, high blood pressure, angina, atrial fibrillation, and left ventricular dysfunction. The most common side effects include dizziness, fatigue, hypotension, diarrhea, asthenia, bradycardia, and weight gain. Manufacturer: Solco Healthcare U.S., LLC I've searched and searched some more, but I still haven't been able to located a pill with an S ...

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Found a peach capsual tablet with C on the one side and S | 1 on the other side what is this ..... Crying out for help right now ## Based on the description provided, the closest match I could locate is an oblong-shaped peach pill marked with an "A" on one side of a score line and "CS" on the other. The opposite side is blank with an additional score line as well. This particular pill is identified as Atacand HCT (candesartan 16 mg + hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg); used in the treatment of hypertension. Do you happen to have any additional information on where you found this tablet or who it was purchased from? This information could also provide more clues as to what type of drug it might be. I'm hoping that the info above can at least help to narrow down your search....

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Betaloc-50 is not available in Pune. What alternative medicine would you suggest ? ## Betaloc contains the active ingredient Metoprolol, which is a beta blocker, so you might want to see if it's available under another name, or if there are alternative beta blocker medications available. Learn more beta blocker details here. Is there anything else I can help with? ## @Anil, it is available at Ahmedabad. call 08{edited for privacy}

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