What If I Take A Double Dose Of My Blood Pressure Medicine By Accident

I accidentally took a double dose of irbesartan this morning (300 mg a pill), plus half of a metoprolol. What will happen? Side effects? ## Hello, Cathy! How are you feeling? Did you experience any adverse effects? In most cases, a double dose is not dangerous, though the FDA does warn that doubling up may cause your blood pressure to drop lower than usual, which may also result in shallow breathing, and lowered heart rate. Are these the only medications you currently take? ## I forgot to take my Irbesartan 150 mg this morning and I took it at 1:30 pm! I take Metoprolol SUCC ER 50 mg! It is now 9:00 pm! Is it ok to take the Metoprolol now?

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I usually take my new dose at the same time every morning. The only thing is i made breakfast and couldn't remember if i took the 1st pill... so i took one later in the evening...around 9:44pm. ## Hello, Joi! How are you? Did you experience any adverse effects? As reported by the U.S. FDA, it could result in your blood pressure and heart rate dropping to dangerously low levels, which may be shown by symptoms, such as severe nausea, dizziness, headache, drowsiness and shallow breathing. An overdose could be fatal. ## I did the same thing. I am 72 yrs old with no health issues accept hypertension. At once within 30 minutes I felt hot, very hot...then strange, like my lower extremities (legs and feet) became very heavy. I felt weak and my weight became unsteady, walking was awkward and...

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Should I take eveng dose of blood pressure heart and blood thinner if I accidently took double dse this morning? ## Hello, Mark! How are you? What medications are you taking and what is your dosage? You may experience blood pressure and heart rate that are lower than normal, plus an increased risk of bleeding, as listed by the FDA. However, it is impossible to provide you with more information, lacking the specifics you have not provided. Can you please post back and clarify? Thank you!

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Hi, I have just taken another Losartan 100mg tablet that lowers blood pressure...No no no, down the hatch it has gone...Now I am worried although trying best not worry...The reason why I had accidently took the table was because having picked up the wrong box, it should have been an Atorvastatin 20mg tablet...This is the first time I have accidently done this.... I do feel really stupid for having not read the packet carefully ## Have to take a DMV test, is it ok to double up on my medication, which would be 200 mg of losartan & 10 mg of Norvasc at the same time ## Hi Luke, Sorry to hear about the mishap with double dosing. I realize you posted this about two weeks ago on the 1st of May and am curious to know how you're feeling at this point in time? Did you end up experiencing ...

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I take 25mg of metoprolol tartrate twice a day. I had already taken my usual dose in the am but for my evening dose accidentally took a double dose. Should I be worried? ## Hello, Glostixx! How are you? Did you suffer any adverse effects? That's not a dangerous dose to take, unless your blood pressure and heart rate is already low. But it could cause you to experience more side effects than normal, which the FDA lists as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache and stomach pain. It would be best to inform your doctor to be safe. ## I usually take 100 mg of Metoprolol succinate twice a day; 1 in the morning and one in the evening... I was on the phone and got sidetracked and forgot I had taken one and then took another. Is this dangerous? ## I think I may have taken two 50 mg m...

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What if I took 50mg of losartan and 2 hours later accidentally took it again? What can happen? ## Hi Daisy, Sorry to hear about the mishap. In my opinion I think it would be best to notify your prescribing doctor (or poison control) of what happened so that they may be able to assist you in the event of adverse reactions, extreme hypotension, etc. If this happened to me I would also probably be monitoring my blood pressure levels frequently over the next couple days to get a better idea of how my body is responding. How are you feeling? ## I accidentally took 250 mg tablets of losartan 50mg. Will I be okay? ## Can you take two Losartan 50 mg tablets at the same time or should you take it in the morning and then at night? ## I took 50 mg losartan at 11:30 am then accidentally took anothe...

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I am on Clonidine for anxiety and other reasons. I take 0.1mg to 0.2mg at a time. Today I was watching my grandkids when I took 0.2mg around 3:30 - 4:00. I had such a hectic day, got home at 7 and took it again forgetting I already took it. Will I be ok? I'm a little scared... ## How are you doing? Did you experience any adverse effects? In most cases, unless someone is allergic to a medication, accidentally taking a double dose, just once, will usually only cause worsening of some of the side effects, which the FDA lists as possibly including nausea, dizziness, sedation, lowered heart rate, and lowered blood pressure. But in some cases, this could put some people in danger, so in such situations, it is always best to seek emergency medical advice, via an ER doctor, or urgent care c...

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I take 20 mg of lisinopril every morning. I went to take my night medicine and accidentally took my blood pressure again. Should I be worried. ## Hello, Wanda! How are you? What are your normal blood pressure numbers? You can safely take up to 40mgs a day, but your blood pressure may go lower than normal, which could cause you to experience nausea, dizziness, headache and hypotension, as reported by the FDA. Did you check in with your doctor? ## Hi can I take the hydroclorothiazide and privinil together in the morning or it's best to take privinil in the evening I have been taking it two days now ## I'm not sure if I took my 20mg of lisinooril today. Can I take a fuse just in casr ## What happened with taking double dose of losardin..aldo someone reported taking dou le doses for...

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I Accidentally took two 5mg Ramipril and my dose is one. As anyone wonders, should I worry? ## That's really not a dangerous dosage, though it could cause more severe side effects than usual, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, and lowered blood pressure, according to FDA warnings. However, it is always best to double check with a medical professional. Are you on any other medications?

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I was trying to get Tylenol out of my bag but I accidentally grabbed the Coversyl and took it. Then I realized I got the wrong packet. I took the 1st dose at 6:30 am today and the 2nd dose at 8:10. Please help. I am traveling at 11:30. Will it affect me? ## How are you doing, Nor? Did you experience any adverse effects? In most cases, accidentally taking a double dose doesn't cause any severe issues with this class of medications, but you may experience more nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, and lower blood pressure than usual, according to NIH reports. However, traveling could cause an issue, if you are flying, since it can elevate blood pressure, since they pressurize the cabins.

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I can't remember if I took my Hydrochlorothiazide this morning. If I took my blood pressure pill, can I take another Hydrochlorothiazide pill? ## It would be best to check with your doctor to see how they would prefer you to handle such a situation in the future. What dosage are you taking? The FDA lists the highest dangers of taking a double dose as possibly including dehydration, and hypotension. Are you on any other medications? Did you experience any adverse effects? ## I took 40 mg telmasartin accidentally 2 tablets with 9 hours apart ## I took 2 amlodipine 10mg. Half he. ago. Im diabetic. Feel stomach pain and nausea. ## I think I may have mistakenly taken a double dose of Amlodipine Besylate 5MG along with TRIAM/HCTZ 37.5-25MG the first dose was taken around 5:50am and the se...

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Will this hurt me, should I call my doctor? As stated above I accidentally took a double dose of 25 mg for a total of 50 mg . Please advise. ## Hello, Gayla! How are you? That is not a dangerous amount to take, but there is a chance it could cause your blood pressure to drop lower than normal and you may become dehydrated, according to the FDA. Other side effects may include nausea, dizziness, and headache. It would be best to inform your doctor, to be safe. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I take 25 mg of atenolol in morning but by mistake of taking my simvastin last night I took another atenolol instead ... I was ok ,, but do I still take this mornings one table 25 mg atenolol

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My 10 year old accidently took a double dose of 50mg of atenolol. 6 hours apart. He has aortic stenoses ## Hello, Kathy! How are you? When in doubt, it is always best to contact poison control, or your nearest emergency services department. Given his age, taking a double dose could cause dangerously low blood pressure and heart rate, according to the U.S. FDA. Did he experience any adverse effects? At 10 years old, it might be best if you took control of the medication, rather than letting him dose himself. ## I am 66 years old. I took 25 mg atenolol at noon time and by mistake I took it again after 10 hours. ## I accidentally took two doses of my 50 mg atenolol and it's been about four hours now. Will I be alright? ## I took 50 mg twice by mistake I am 92 yrs old

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I take 40mg of Lisinopril daily in the mornings. What if I accidentally doubled that dose? ## Hello, Brennan! How are you? Taking a double dose will likely result in your experiencing more side effects, which the FDA lists as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination and hypotension. It's not a dangerous amount, unless your heart rate and blood pressure are already low, then it may cause fainting, heart failure, respiratory failure or other dangerous issues. Learn More: MedlinePlus If you do accidentally double up, it would be best to inform your doctor, to be safe. Hope this helps! ## Hi. I sorta of done same thing, but didn't double it. I just took it about 15 hrs apart. I take lisinopril/hctz 10-12.5. When I was at the pharmacy early around 4pm it wa...

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I forgot I had taken my meds in the A.M. and took another dose about 3 hours later. I haven't felt too good since. Should I be concerned or will time take care of it? ## Doubling up could cause you to experience more side effects, such as low blood sugar, low blood pressure, nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and diarrhea, according to FDA reports. However, in most cases, doing so just once isn't dangerous, but it is always wise to double check with your doctor, or pharmacist. How are you doing? Did you experience any adverse effects?

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Question: what would happen if you accidentally took two doses of Hydrochlorothiazide Losartan 100/2mg once a day in a 12 hour period of time? I thought I forgot to take it today! First time doing this and now know the key of having a SMTW... pill box! ## Hello, Jay! How are you? Not likely anything serious, but you should check with your doctor to be sure. You may need to take in some more fluids, since you may experience dehydration and lower than normal blood pressure from the accidental doubling up. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I take Losartan Potassium 25mg in the morning and Aten lol 25mg before bed. I took my losartan around 11:30am. Getting ready for bed, I accidentally took the losartan again instead of the atenolol. (11:02 pm) Should I be concerned? I am not goin...

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What would happen if I accidentally took 2 Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5? This morning I wasn't sure if I took it, so then I took another one... I believe I took 2. ## Hello, Nick! How are you? Did you experience any adverse effects? This medication is a diuretic that is used to reduce the amount of fluid in your body to help lower blood pressure, according to the NIH. Thus, taking a double dose may cause your blood pressure to drop lower than usual, or you could become dehydrated, as reported by the FDA. ## Will it hurt me if i took a double dose of hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 today by mistake

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I accidentally took 40mg micardis for blood pressure and 12.5mg metoprolol twice this morning. I'm worried about what might happen? ## The NIH warns that you may experience more intense side effects than usual, which could include nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. How are you doing? Did you experience any issues? Did you inform your doctor of the mistake? ## just want to set in iam on metoprolol 25 morning 50 at night i took lispril 12.5 also i take my 25 morning with listrol 50 mg metoprolol at night .

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I accidentally took 2 doses of my blood pressure medication (Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazide 37.5 - 25 mg). What should I do or what could happen? ## Hi Marquetta, Sorry to hear about your situation. How are you feeling since taking that extra dose? My personal opinion is that it may be best to contact your doctor, local pharmacist and/or poison control just to be on the safe side. However, if this medicine is lowering your blood pressure, perhaps engaging in some sort of physical activity that gets your heart rate up could help counteract the possibility of severe hypotension. Please note that this is not medical advice, but just my own theory, since that's what these medications are indicated for... As far as what could potentially happen outside of low blood pressure, there may b...

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I am currently taking Lisinopril 10MG and Carvedilol 12.5MG in the morning and my blood pressure remains high normally at 144/79. If I double up would it reduce my blood pressure? ## That is not a dangerously high level, and you should not take more than your doctor has instructed you to take, when the medications were prescribed. How long have you been taking them? It can take awhile for them to reach their full level of efficacy in your body to fully lower your blood pressure. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. ## I accidentally took an extra Corug 25 mg tonight 3 hours ago. Should I expect any trouble? ## My blood pressure has been about 160 for a few days. I take 12.5 mgs of Carvedilol. Woul...

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