Blood Pressure Forums (Page 35)

Pharmacy has changed my RX from a capsule to tablet (with approval from Dr.) Dosage is the same 240 and both are XR. Pharmacy says they can't get capsules any more, only tablets. Since the change-over (about 2 -3 months ago) my blood pressure has been inching back up and now soldily back in the "high blood pressure" readings. Doctor has temporarily increased my dosage of lisinopril (I take both) but wants my primary care to do a complete work up. Has anyone else had problems with tablet form not working? (Capsule worked for at least 2 years or more the change is only since switch to tablet.) My symptoms with uncontrolled high blood pressure include severe headaches and double vision. It is my top number (systolic?) that is increasing from 80s range to avg 150 and up. (I am f...

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my husband is taking both triamt/hctz and carvedilol but do not know if he should be on both or if one was prescribed to replace the other think the last one he got a prescription for was carvedilol---could this have been to replace the triamt/hctz ## Has he asked his doctor? The Carvedilol is in a different class of medications and it is very common for several to be prescribed, if someone's blood pressure or cardiac condition isn't quite under control with their existing medication regimen. Thus, it is hard for anyone else to know the answer and he does need to check with is doctor to be sure. ## Am on both medications most often both are prescribed when one is not efficient to bring down your blood pressure. Carvedilol is a beta and alpha blocker and triamterene HCTZ is a diu...

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My mom is 81. She has been taking Losartan for about a year. I have lived with her the past months and am noticing a great increase in her memory and confusion. She can drive, balance her check book and pay her bills on time, but her short term memory is very poor. Has anyone else stopped taking Losartan because their dr felt it was causing these types of symptoms? ## No, Losartan has not been known to cause those types of symptoms. She is in her 80's and it can be normal for such changes to take place as part of the natural aging process. Is she on any other medications? Has she consulted her doctor? ## I have noticed the same thing even tho reports say that Losartan may prevent dementia. What’s up?

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Expiration date of 07/2013 for Amlodipine Besylate: Is it still reasonable to use now in 3/2017 or is its usefulness too degraded? ## Does the FDA have a department that is concerned about pharmaceuticals that are being sold with expiration dates that have expired? ## A medication expiration date is required by the FDA to ensure that any given medication retains its full efficacy level for that length of time, under average storage conditions.... to translate that, it means after being dispensed in a normal pharmacy bottle and being exposed to the elements that cause degradation, such as heat, light, and moisture. After that time period the medication may begin to lose efficacy. If your pharmacy has given you a medication that has expired, you can contact the FDA by calling 1-888-463-63...

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I take 10/10 mg everyday. I have some problems. 1. back pain. 2. Weakness. 3. Slipping problem ## This contains Perindopril, and Amlodipine, it is most commonly used to treat high blood pressures, and certain cardiac conditions. What do you consider to be a slipping problem? Back pain, and weakness can be normal side effects of this medication, according to the NIH, but you may also experience nausea, dizziness, headache, and increased urination.

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I took 20 mg amlodipine accidentally which was meant to be given to my husband. My blood pressure is usually 100/60. Now I'm worried... What could be the consequences? ## It could cause your blood pressure to drop even lower than usual, according to FDA warnings, so you may experience nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and more severe hypotension. How are you doing? Did you experience any adverse effects? Are you on any other medications?

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So today is day three of not taking my blood pressure meds (Irbesartan) with Dr approval. This morning my BP was elevated to 136/96 and I have a headache. Is this normal and ok or should I be worried? ## The 96 is a little high, but nothing severely dangerous. Why did your doctor have you stop taking it and how much were you taking? The FDA warns that other withdrawal effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, and increased heart rate. ## was taking 300 mg and I had lost quite a lot of weight. My Bp has been 110/77 so we thought we’d try taking me off to see how I do. I have a Bp machine so I can watch it

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ARE THESE TWO DRUGS COMPATABLE? CAN I SWITCH FROM THE 1ST TO LISINOPRIL WITHOUT ANY COMPLICATIONS? ## Looking for a cost estimate for Amlodipine for my high blood pressure. I have a prescription. ## For the original poster, these are all medications used to treat high blood pressure and some other conditions. Benazepril is the active ingredient in Lotensin is available coupled with Amlodipine under the trade name Lotrel. This combines a calcium channel blocker with an angotensin inhbitor. Lisinopril works by relaxing the blood vessels, so your heart does not have to work so hard, to lower your blood pressure. That said, many doctors commonly swich between these medications, until they find the correct one that helps control your blood pressure. You should follow their instructions for d...

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My friend has been taking 20 mg lisinopril for about 3 years now. About 9 months ago during/after exercise, she began feeling really dizzy and faint to the point of passing out. She took her blood pressure and discovered it was extremely low each time it happened (e.g., 98/55, etc.). She stops taking the meds for 2-3 days, but feels faint and really awful for at least 2 to 3 days. I keep telling her to tell her doctor. How concerned should she be? ## Well, she should definitely see her doctor, because there are several possibilities of what could be causing the problem and she does need to find out which one it is, so they can remedy the situation. The first possibility is that diet and exercise are keeping her blood pressure low enough, that she no longer needs the medication. 2 to 3 d...

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I have a box of amlodipine besylate tabs, but they already expired on 02/2012. Is it still safe to take them? If so, how long are they good for? ## I have a bottle of Amlodipine that expired on 1-19-17. Is it still good? The Dr just put me back on them again, but is it ok to use what I have left over first? ## Expired medications do not become dangerous, but they can lose efficacy, according to FDA, and NIH reports. Thus, they may not work as well as they did, when they were new, so it is better to see your doctor and obtain a new supply, if needed. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. Fred, did your doctor put you back on the same dosage? Why did he put you back on them?

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pill round ## What are the side effects of Bisoprolol Fumarate and Hydrochlorothiazide combined. ## is bisoprl/hctz the same as biso fum/hct ## This medication is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure, and some other conditions, such as edema, and congestive heart failure. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, dehydration, and hypotension. Phyllis, yes, they are the same. Is there anything else I can help with?

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i am taking espin 2.5 before to go to bed. is it right way of using? ## Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that is most commonly used to help control high blood pressure. There is really no certain time of day that you have to take it, unless your doctor has specified otherwise. Morning or night is fine. The medication can cause side effects, such as: nausea, drowsiness, dizziness and headache. Because of that, some people prefer to take it at night, before they go to bed, that way the drowsiness and dizziness doesn't affect them during the day. Are there any questions or comments? ## lam taking bisoprolol tabs the doges is 1.25 mg also l have been given bp tablets to they our amlodipine they r 5mg r they ok to take half in the morning & the orther half at night ## I accide...

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I'm on 10 mg celexa and 2.5 mg lisinopril. I think I may have taken it twice today. I wanna know if I will be fine and if it will affect me? ## There is a risk of you experiencing increased side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, hypotension, and dehydration. How are you doing? Did you experience any adverse effects? Are these the only medications you are currently taking?

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Hi. My 7 year old son takes Clonidine (.1mg) once daily in the evening. He takes Concerta (37mg) in the morning. He is autistic with ADHD and anxiety. The Clonidine is to help his transition from the Concerta and to help him relax for sleep. I completely forgot to go pick up his Clonidine prescription today (it was totally my own fault), and my boyfriend took our only vehicle to work. The pharmacy is already closed. Will he be OK until tomorrow afternoon (when he gets home from school)? If not, I can have my sister go pick up his script tomorrow and take it to school... but if I do that I am worried that he will get drowsy in school. Can someone advise me on the best thing to do? I honestly don't know about this, and I am looking for some guidance. ## I know this question is from tw...

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What does renin-angiotensin receptors or modulators mean? I was prescribed losartan and I want to know what it is doing to my body? ## Losartan is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure, certain cardiac conditions, and to protect the kidneys in people with diabetes. What condition have you been diagnosed with? The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. To put it in layman's terms, these types of medications usually help increase blood flow to the heart, and other vital organs, so they can work more efficiently.

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I HAVE OSTEOPOROSIS. I AM 72 YRS OF AGE 5FT 6 INCHES TALL, 65 kg. WHAT SHOULD BE THE DOSES FOR ME FOR SHELCAL 500 mg? What are the benefits of Shelcal 500 mg in my case? ## The dosing instructions for Shelcal 500 state one tablet is to be taken twice a day. Learn more Shelcal details here. Thus, unless your doctor has instructed you to take a different amount, then you should follow the directions on the package. Is there anything else I can help with? ## 1- tab Amdepin 5mg -1- 2- tab Ecosprin 75 -1- P C H S 3- tab Envas 2.5mg -1- 4- tab Atorva 10 P. C H S 5- Shelcal 500 twice a day 6- Calcirol Sachet ## QAMAR age 43yrs Weight 65 kg. Height 5.7 Inch bp 135/98 mmhg taking Amodep AT, Amlodipine and atenolol Dr Ajitit Thakur Cardic . Advice Urine R/E ECG Chest Xray Sr. Ca Profile (Ca, P, I...

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pill small and round with m18 inscribed on the back ## UDL laboratories lists this tablet as containing 25mgs of Metoprolol, which is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure, and certain cardiac conditions. (NDC code: 51079-0255) The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, increased urination, headache, dry mouth, and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with?

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My Blood Pressure is 165/90. My doctor has prescribed Alma-Am. But the Blood pressure still keeps around 155/87. I have been taking this for the last two days. Should I continue this medicine? ## it is not alma am -it is telma am.telmisertan and amlodipine.if u r above 45 yrs then its a right choise.but u hav to continue the medicines for a l;ong time tio get effect. ## I am using Telma H, I have prescribed this drug by a Cardiologist.Now I am on a Canada for an International Assignment.Can you please prescribe any medicine with telmasartan.So that I can purchase in any Pharmacy in Canada ## My age is 33 years. My blood pressure is 140/96. I am using Telma AM . How many days should I continue this medicine? I am very much worried about the matter. Please give me some advice. ## My age i...

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129 peach pill ribbon on other side ## I FOUND A PILL IT HAS 129 AND ITS PEACH COLORED AND HAS A RIBBON ON IT COULD YOU TELL ME WHAT IT IS. ## A tablet with a stylized R, that is often mistaken for a ribbon, and the numbers 129 on it, is listed by Actavis as containing 0.3mgs of Clonidine, which has many medical uses, such as treat high blood pressure, and ADHD. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, insomnia, and hypotension. You can view more information by clicking this NDC code: 00904-5658 Is there anything else I can help with?

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I'm trying to identify 2 small pinkish pills with a D O on one side and NVR on the other. Does anyone know what they are? ## It could be Diovan. It depends on the shape of the pill. ## Novartis lists this as being a 40mg Diovan pill, which contains the active ingredient Valsartan, it is most commonly used to treat, or prevent high blood pressure, and certain cardiac conditions. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with?

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