Blood Pressure Forums (Page 17)

Does anyone have any suggestions for getting blood pressure meds without seeing a Dr every three to six months? I have been on the same RX for the last 5 years with no changes and no problems at all. ## Unfortunately, no. It is completely normal for your doctor to want to see you for a checkup several times a year, before continuing to prescribe a medication, especially since blood pressure medications could cause some issues, such as dehydration, low electrolytes, and kidney problems. You can learn more about the benefits, and possible risks on Heart.org. But regardless of the type of medication(s) someone is taking, doctors always want to see someone regularly to monitor their condition. How often does your doctor currently ask you to come in? ## Hi, thank you for the response! I must...

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white round tablet with a capital M on top then an open line dividing and 3 on the bottom ## Hi Nydia, From what I could gather, a white round pill with the letter "M" over a dividing line and "3" underneath, reportedly contains 100mgs of Metoprolol succinate ER. This medication is indicated for use in treating hypertension. According to NIH.gov, the pill itself carries a National Drug Code of 55111-468 and is manufactured by Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd. I hope this helps! ## Hi my name is Catherine I want to know what round pill with capital m on top and on bottom is 3 the line is between ## Also the white round pill with triangle at top line 832 on bottom

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Can these be taken together in the evening? And will it be effective for 24 hrs? I'm too sleepy during the day!! ## Hi, Margo! You really should check with your doctor, before changing to taking them at night. It's really going to depend on your blood pressure levels and heart rate, as well as the symptoms. Usually, it's preferred that they be taken in the morning, to help control your blood pressure and heart rate during the times of day that you'll be most active and therefore experiencing the most fluctuations. But if you are severely drowsy from them, they may allow you to switch to taking them at night. Another alternative is splitting up the doses, so you take part of your dose in the morning and then the rest in the evening, which could lessen the side effects. Ma...

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What link will help me find out if my Losartan is on recall? Is Losartan/HCT 100-12.5 mg made in the USA? Is there any recall on NDC 43547-425-09? ## Hi Linda, as to your original question about a recall, I checked on FDA MedWatch and did not find anything about your specific brand of Losartan/HCTZ tablets (NDC 43547-425, manufactured by Solco) being recalled. Solco did have a recall of Valsartan/HCTZ in 2018 [1]. What you might be referring to is the Losartan/HCTZ recall from Torrent Pharmaceuticals [2], [3] ... but that is a different manufacturer and NDC code than what you originally listed. Also, as far as where this drug is manufactured, it could vary. For example, Solco is based in the United States, but they could outsource their manufacturing or some ingredients from other count...

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i am having numbness in the bottom of my left leg 1year back.now it is spread all over body in patches like left shoulder ,right thigh ,a patch in right waist and left arm's inner side.doctor suggested electromyography .in that some nerves( peripherial) are not so normal,ie, so docter prescribed me zenoxa 30 .i have taken 1-2 months tablet and feel better .should i continue ? ## my question is can metoprolol cause numbness in feet and legs? i have taken it for seven years and was just wianed off 12 days ago. i have had side effects from this medicine through out the years.breathing issues really bad, dizziness weight gain,being tired and thats when the numbness started. but got alot worse when i got off the medicine. it seems to be going farther up my legs, and the brain fog is horr...

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My blood pressure is 140/90. I have been asked to take Dolo Neurobion and Neurovite. I also complained of a pepperish feeling on particularly on my left back palm and even top feet. Please is it ok? ## Sometimes my body vibrates and tingles. Can i use dolo neurobion as a treatment? ## What does neurobion can treat..is it really needed to ask doctors prescrition before taking this medicine? ## Where can I buy Dolo Neurobion Forte over the counter and for how long can I have the ampoules taken? Thanks for any info. ## Peprish experience at my left side of the body, weaken muscle of the right side lower leg, can dolo neurobion help ? ## Can i take dolo neurobion capsule instead of keltican? ## Can I use solo neurobion for pepperish body feelings ## Dr, am having body vebration and what sho...

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I am hypertensive patient for the last 24 years & now aged 81 years. In the last one month, there is fluctuation in BP. It is going upto 200/100. Morning after getting up & after after- noon nap, I feel heaviness in the head on sides & back four or five times week. I am taking Telmisartan 80H 1-0-0. Amlong induces swelling in leg. How should I proceed further to control BP.

Is there a difference between Valsartan and Auro-Valsartan? ## In this case Auro refers to the Canadian manufacturer Auro Pharma Inc. It still contains Valsartan as the active ingredient so there should be little to no difference between Auro-Valsartan and what you would refer to as just Valsartan. I hope this helps! Source: Auro Pharma Product Monograph (PDF), scroll to page 33 for the consumer health summary.

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My doctor perscribed Lotrel for my high blood pressure. Its a pink and white capsule. I've been taking the generic Amlodipine/Benazerpril caps/ Is it the same as capsule Sandoz? ## Sandoz is the name of a prescription drug manufacturer, not the actual medication. Lotrel does contain the active ingredients Amlodipine, and Benazepril. It is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure, and certain cardiac conditions. Its typical side effects may include nausea, dizziness, increased urination, hypotension, and headache. As to whether or not you've received the correct medication. What are the markings on the capsule in question? Here's an image of one that's pink and white. NDC: 00093-7372 It contains 5mgs of Amlodipine, and 20mgs of Benazepril.

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I woke up 3 nights ago with both arms covered by what appeared to be mosquito bites. I was mystified,nut thought it might be poison ivy. The next morning, I called my BCBS hotline, who identified this an allergic reaction. I called my doctor, who took me off of lisinopril and wnats me to try taking nothing for a week, then start 2.5 mg amlodipine if necessary. I have minor rash (itchy) on my legs every morning. How long will this continue? I stopped taking fish oil, a recent addition, in case this was the culprit. I also got a severe rash from hyzaar blood pressure medecine. I have also been taking very low doses of xanax for a year now. ## Unfortunately, allergic reactions are always possible, and if you've had a reaction already to a medication, in the past, there is a good chance...

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very small white pill with 787 on one side and 93 on the other ## small white round pill with 787 on one side and 93 on the other ## Teva Pharmaceuticals lists this tablet as containing 25mgs of Atenolol, which is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure, and certain cardiac conditions. NDC: 00093-0787 The markings were changed to TEVA 787, now, but it is the same tablet. Its typical side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. Inactive ingredients may include: Magnesium Stearate Cellulose, Microcrystalline Povidone K30 Sodium Starch Glycolate Type a Potato Is there anything I can help with?

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it is a blood pressure pill flued pill 50.mgs it is from Mexico so it would be in spainish ## I'M TAKING 25MG X2 HIDROCLOROTIAZIDA BY BIDROCIRAL WITH 50MG CAPTOPRIL X2.. MY BLOOD PRESSURE IS ALMOST NORMAL WITHOUT THE BAD SIDE EFFECTS,NO MUSLE CRAMPS OR WEIGHT LOSS ## Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that is used to treat high blood pressure, some cardiac conditions, and edema, by removing excess fluid from the body. Its typical side effects may include nausea, dizziness, increased urination, low blood pressure, and dehydration. Captopril can cause similar side effects, however, I am glad you've not experienced any problems taking it. How is your blood pressure, now?

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I have stage 1 chf. I had a mitral valve replaced with a St Jude valve. I am taking 25 mg of Coreg twice a day. Wouldn't a pacemaker keep the heart rate up? Do I still need Coreg? I exercise regularly, eat a heart healthy diet and have no symptoms. ## Congestive heart failure is caused by fluid build up from elevated blood pressure, and usually elevated sodium levels. Your heart starts to become so stressed that it weakens and can no longer pump properly, which causes blood and fluid to back up into the lungs, a person develops edema, and usually starts to experience tiredness, and shortness of breath. Thus, it is very important to keep your blood pressure regulated, too, not just your heart rate. You can learn more on Medline Plus Heart Failure. A medication, such as Coreg, can als...

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ketosteril 600mg+ketoanalogues ## What are the side effects of Ketosteril. Has it benefitted someone with a Kreat 4.6 or above greatly ## I can't find any information on this, does anyone know anything? ## Hypercalcaemia or the excessive amount of calcium circulating in the blood ## Is it okay to take 2 Ketosteril 600mg 3x a day? I am 77 yrs old with diabetic and hypertension. ## my mother is 69 years old, is it ok for her to take 2 tabs of ketostiril 600mgs 3 times a day? crea level is 182, she is hypertensive with a bp of 190/90 taking 3 kinds of drugs namely neobloc 100mgs, norvasc10mgs & aldomet 30mgs. ## "hello doctor my sister is 52 years old and she is taking ketosteril" -- because it falls within my area of expertise. I just need a few more details about your sit...

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I have been taking losartan for a few months and i am experiencing shortness of breath, swollen nasal passages and dry throat, it’s starting to scare me and when I wine to the doctor to ask her she said it can’t be from the losartan and have gave me an inhaler which has not helped. Anyone else have this problem? ## HI...Yes. I was on Losartan for a long time and it gave me these symptoms also. Many symptoms. You can search side effects/Losartan from several sites. I took them down from every site. Losartan damaged my kidneys, however it stopped when I got off. It gave me severe edema and throat congestion, nasal congestion, insomnia, pneumonia and ruined my gut causing food senstivities. My Dr. also didn't believe me and I told him I wouldn't take it. Found out I was...

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I have a round white pill with GG then a line and 199 all on one side of the pill. The other side is blank. ## Is it possibly GG 179? If so, Sandoz Pharmaceuticals lists it as being a 100mg Captopril tablet, which is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure, and certain cardiac conditions. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, hypotension, and increased urination. ## Did you ever find out what this pill is?

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In three days I noticed my breathing improved - not sure why that is. I pee a lot too. A little woozy - trying to get used to the medication and adjust to the drop in blood pressure; it's been high for awhile. ## The increased urination is a normal side effect of this medication, as well as most other high blood pressure/cardiac medications, according to the FDA. You may also experience nausea, dizziness, headache, and hypotension. As to the improvement in breathing, where you suffering congestive heart failure? ## Thanks for writing. No I wasn't suffering from congestive heart failure according to the cardiac doctor and the results back from the Eco Cardiogram... all showed that my heart was strong. Maybe I had some fluid in my lungs from reflux disease and the pill helped clea...

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Can someone help me identify the followin pill?: Round White Pill with "1P7" or "lP7" inscribed on one side, nothing on the back of the pill. I am hoping it is a Hypertension related drug ## took a while for me to find out... I had same question: Amlodipine Besylate 5MG ## That is correct, it is manufactured by Amneal Pharmaceuticals and they list it as containing 5mgs of Amlodipine, which is commonly used to treat high blood pressure, and certain cardiac conditions. NDC: 65162-0007 Its typical side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth, and increased urination. Inactive ingredients may include: Anhydrous Dibasic Calcium Phosphate Magnesium Stearate Cellulose, Microcrystalline Sodium Starch Glycolate Type a Potato Is there anything I can help with?

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I just want to know if a round pink pill with C 74 on the pill is a generic Metoprolol? ## Yes, This tablet contains Metoprolol 50 mg (NDC 65862-0063). Inactive Ingredients: - Cellulose, Microcrystalline - Starch, Corn - Sodium Starch Glycolate Type a Potato - Silicon Dioxide - Sodium Lauryl Sulfate - Talc - Magnesium Stearate - Hypromellose 2910 (6 Mpa.s) - Titanium Dioxide - Polyethylene Glycol 400 - Polysorbate 80 - D&c Red No. 30 ## Verwon said yes its 50mg. I have been trying to trace this pill and could not find it in any pill database. Can you tell who makes it and were did you find it? ## 50mg metoprolol tartrate pill made by Aurobindo Pharma in Hyderabad, India

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I am in the hospital and they just told me I tested positive for meth. I have NEVER did meth in my life! My meds are norvasc, atenenol, omeprezole, clonopin, fluticasone propionate, phenergen and dimetap a week ago. In the hospital they have gave me ativan, norvasc, clonozepam, lortab? What would cause this false positive? ## Poppy seeds, did you have s poppy seed bagel? Poppyseeds are said to cause a positive test. I was told by my dr not to eat poppy seeds before blood tests.

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