Blood Pressure Forums (Page 185)

The Dr. started me on metoprolol 25 mg in the p.m. Then when the palpitations and afib came back it went to twice a day a.m. and p.m.. In the last fhree months I have experienced more sleepless nights and anxiety and was blaming it on my nerves....NO, this medicine is not kind to the body or mind in my opinion! I was ready to take an antidepressant until I read all the side effects....not good folk, good luck! ## Yes, unfortunately Metoprolol has been known to cause such issues in some people that take it, though it really isn't that common, but I also had problems with it. Learn more Metoprolol details here. The one I found that works better and causes a lot less side effects is Labetalol, so you might want to consult with your doctor about it. Learn more Labetalol details here. Is...

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Round, Lt Green, large letter M on one side, L 26 on other side. New prescription, does not seem to work! ## Pill Image It is Lisinopril 40mgs. However, generics are allowed to differ from the name brand, in their Bioequivelence, by as much as plus or minus 20%, so that gives them a leeway of 40% to screw them up. Poor quality control at a manufacturing facility means poorly made pills and the consumer has to suffer. ## white round pill letter M on one side and L24 on the other mfg mylan ## Mylan 20 mg yellow with Markings " M " on one side and " L 25 " on the other do not work for my wife. My wifes lisinopril was doubled because of recent rise in high blood pressure. Is it possible to get a bad batch of this manufacturers' product? ## Start taking 5mg Myla-lisinopri...

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I have 90 pills of 5/6.25 Ziac tabs. I have a new scrip for 10/6.25 Ziac. My question is can I take two 5/6.25 ziac in place of 1one 10/6.25 ziac until my old scrip is used up?Thanks ## You would be doubling up on the Bisoprolol, which may cause problems, such as severe lowering of your heart rate and hypotension. Learn more Ziac details here. And conversely, it you stop taking this dosage abruptly to try to go back down to the regular dose, you may experience a rebound effect, which might elevate your heart rate and blood pressure. Have you consulted your doctor about doing this? It really would be best if you just switch to the new dosage.

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can you take a alergic reaction to rampil after 20yr ## Yes, your body changes with time, so it's always possible to suddenly develop an allergy to something, even if you've taken it for years without problems. Learn more Ramipril details here. What types of symptoms are you experiencing?

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out of atenolol, my dr will not return til next Wednesday, can I take Hydrochlorot 12.5 mg? ## They are not interchangeable medications, since the Atenolol is a beta blocker and the Hudrochlorothiazide is a diuretic. Is there no one covering for your doctor and in his office that can help you? These aren't safe medications to run out of and stop abruptly. Learn more Atenolol details here.

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v/4214 white round tablet ## Yes, this tablet contains 40mgs of Lisiopril, a beta blocker commonly used to treat high blood pressure. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, headache and dizziness. Read more: Are there any questions or comments? ## I believe lisonopril is an ACE inhibiter, rather than a beta blocker. ## Lisinopril 40 mg. Lisinopril is used in the treatment of high blood pressure; heart failure; diabetic kidney disease; migraine prevention; heart attack, and belongs to the drug class angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors. ## Can anybody tell me - what is the difference between an ACE inhibitor and a beta blocker? Just curious... ## My apologies for typing the wrong category in that old post, but the side effects and link are accurate. Roy, the main differ...

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A individual taking Propranolol, Trazadone, Zoloft and Amitriptyline has a Urine test show positive for a Benzo which one causes a false positive test? ## The Sertraline in the Zoloft has been known to cause a false positive for Benzodiazepines on urine tests. Learn more Zoloft details here. Is there anything else I can help with?

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It is peach or tan with rx 738 on one side other side is blank. Thank you ## This tablet contains 20mgs of Benazepril, which is most commonly used to treat hypertension and congestive heart failure. Learn more Benazepril details here. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Hi can i eat banana after taking amlodipine 5 mg? pls help.. i'm a high bllod pressure patient.. s ## Yes, unless your doctor has instructed you not to do so. Some medications like this can cause an increase in potassium levels, but generally you just shouldn't increase the amount of that you take in, but should maintain your normal diet. Learn more Amlodipine details here. Did your doctor or pharmacist tell you to avoid bananas?

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Are Toprol Xl 50 Tablets From 2006-2008 Still Good To Use? They are in unsealed bottles. ## Once a medication such as this is past its expiration date, which would have been a year from when they were dispensed, or the bottles were unsealed, they start to lose effectiveness, so it is unlikely that they will be worth taking after this long of a time period. Learn more Toprol details here. They should be properly disposed of and a new prescription obtained, if you require this medication. Are there any other questions?

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i am using amtas 10 and this morning I was swollen my face and fingers is that normal-I have a bad flu and was couching ## This contains the active ingredient Amlodipine, which is a calcium channel blocker and no, that is not normal at all. Learn more Amlodipine details here. Are you having any trouble breathing, in addition to the coughing? Is there any swelling in your ankles and feet? You should contact your doctor immediately, as what you've described could be the signs of a dangerous reaction to this medication.

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what will happen if nebicard sm taken five together ## i am 43 age & using the medicine nebicard sm for last three years . what are side effects associated with medicine ## Nebicard SM contains Amlodipine and Nebivolol, it is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. Side effects may include: nausea, dizziness, dry mouth and low blood pressure. Learn more: ## My cardio doctor prescribe me nebicar 5mg but my pulmonary doctor said this is not good for me as I have asthma. What is the side effect if I take this one. Was taking it for two months but was advised by my pulmonary doctor to stop.

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Round white pill M on one side and other side 505 on it O ## This tablet contains 10mgs of Bisoprolol and 6.25mgs of Hydrochlorothiazide, it is a combination medication that's used to help lower high blood pressure. Learn more Hydrochlorothiazide details here. Learn more Bisoprolol details here. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have been prescribed Neotrexate for Atopic Excema skin disorder. I would like to know the side effects of this drug. ## Been prescribed Neotrexate for the disease modifying properties in Atopic Excema. I would like to know how the drug works and its side effects. ## Neotrezate has been prescribed to me for a sporasis like skin condition. What are its side effects? I also suffer from hypertension will it have any adverse effect? ## my physician had prescribed me neotrexate for psoriasis & psoriatic arthritis is it safe??? ## i would like to know the side effects of drug neotrextate as my mother is taking this tablet but she feels vomit sensation .....s it safe to continue this tablet

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All i keep hearing is people are dependant on pain meds etc.....but we are all dependant on some pill to work once in awhile or everyday, so why is everyone so hard on one set of people and not the other? ## There is a distinct different between being dependent and being addicted. Regardless of what they are taking it for, be it hypertension, a heart condition, pain or etc. Anyone that takes anything for a long period of time will become dependent on it and can suffer some rebound and withdrawal effects, if it is stopped suddenly. However, addiction occurs when someone abuses a medication, such as a narcotic, but taking more and more of it all the time, rather than just taking the prescribed amounts to handle their condition. I think many of the problems arise when people don't unde...

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Thanks, my pharmacy switched the color of the tablet stating that their current supplier was out of the pink & white capsule I was receiving. My med I recently received is orange and light yellow. I've searched all over for a provided with that color Amlodipine-Benza 5/20MG color, didn't find one. That makes me nervous. Help ## Hi Tiny, I located a match for an orange and white capsule, marked with RDY on the orange side and 340 on the white side. It is identified as Amlodipine besylate (5mg) + Benazepril hydrochloride (20mg); which is used in the treatment of high blood pressure. For verification: Manufacturer: Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Inc. National Drug Code (NDC): 55111-0340 Learn More: Amlodipine + Benazepril Details I hope this helps! ## My husband ta...

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WHAT DOES THIS DRUG DO? WHAT IS HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE? ## Hi Carolyn, Amlodipine is used alone or in combination with other medications to treat high blood pressure and chest pain (angina). It lowers blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels so the heart does not have to pump as hard. Learn More: Amlodipine Details According to the Mayo Clinic, high blood pressure is a common condition in which the force of the blood against your artery walls is high enough that it may eventually cause health problems, such as heart disease. Blood pressure is determined by the amount of blood your heart pumps and the amount of resistance to blood flow in your arteries. The more blood your heart pumps and the narrower your arteries, the higher your blood pressure. I hope this info helps to answer your q...

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dear sir, doctor prescribed me Amlopress A-7 .but its not available what is the reason.I was taking Diovan80mg+con core 2.5mg.is this medicine equlaient to Amlopress A7or Amlopress AT.Iam waiting for your answer. ## Amlopres contains the active ingredient Amlodipine and the Amlopres-AT contains Amlodipine and Atenolol. Learn more Amlodipine details here. Learn more Atenolol details here. And no, the other medications aren't the same. Have you tried asking your doctor or pharmacist/chemist to help you find an equivalent medication? Your doctor may also be able to prescribe something different that is available.

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I got a new prescprition for verapamil ER 240 mg fillrd today and it looks completely different then i am used to. These are a dark green capsule with mylan 6440 printed on the capsule. I am use to a long pink/brown pill. Did i get the right medicine? ## Yes, the capsule you received also contains 240mgs of Verapamil in an extended release formulation. Verapamil is a generic medication, so it is actually manufactured by several different companies and it is normal for a pharmacy to switch which one they provide, depending on which company was offering the cheapest price, when they needed to restock. This is how they keep prices down for customers that don't have insurance. Learn more Verapamil details here. Are there any other questions?

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My wife aged 41 yeas prescribed to Telimkind 40 & Aten 25 each one per day for Hypertension. Seeking your suggestions. ## Telmikind contains the active ingredient Telmisartan and Aten contains the active ingredient Atenolol. Telmisartant is an angiotensin receptor agonist and the Atenolol is a beta blocker, they are both commonly used to treat high blood pressure and other cardiovascular disease. The side effect profile is similar for both: nausea, drowsiness, dizziness, headache and stomach pain. It is really difficult to give any suggestions from the limited information in your post. It depends on how these medications are affecting her and whether or not they are helping to control her blood pressure. It is normal, if someone has moderate to severe hypertension, to take several m...

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