RESPeRATE and Your DoctorTalking to your doctor about the world's first OTC treatment for hypertension.The "For Your Doctor" brochure will provide valuable information for you to share with your healthcare provider. It includes a summary of the 10 clinical trials supporting the use of RESPeRATE and a brief clinical review written by three renowned hypertension specialists.
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Get the RESPeRATE information kit by mail. The RESPeRATE Take Control LogBook will help you and your doctor evaluate the effect of your RESPeRATE therapy and other treatments on your blood pressure. What to tell your doctor about RESPeRATE.
What else should I know?Indications for Use (Over the counter/OTC):RESPeRATE is intended for use as a relaxation treatment for the reduction of stress by leading the user through interactively guided and monitored breathing exercises. The device is indicated for use only as an adjunctive treatment for high blood pressure together with other pharmacological and/or non-pharmacological interventions. Contraindications:None known. Precautions:Do not use this device without consulting your physician if you suffer or have suffered in the past from: Active ischemic heart disease/unstable angina, bradycardia, severe congestive heart failure, chronic atrial fibrillation, stroke resulting in permanent impairment, chronic renal failure, severe asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), chronic bronchitis and emphysema, major organ failure, sleep paralysis, have a pacemaker or if you are pregnant. Common Sense Advice:InterCure strongly recommends that you do not modify your hypertension treatments without the advice and consent of your physician. Health Insurance Coverage:
While RESPeRATE is not yet covered by Medicare or major health plans, some insurance plans have covered RESPeRATE on a case-by-case basis. You can work with your doctor to submit a Prior Authorization of Benefits form to your insurer. For the convenience of your physician, this form is available to download here. Our Customer Care Representatives will be glad to assist you and your healthcare provider through the process and do our utmost to secure coverage.* We appreciate your feedback and encourage you to let us know Important Notes:
*Please note that co-payments, deductibles and some restrictions may apply according to your insurance benefits. InterCure makes no representation or warranty that insurance coverage will be approved. |
Dr. Rowena![]() To inform you and answer some of your questions regarding blood pressure and RESPeRATE, we'd like to introduce you to Dr. Rowena. RESPeRATE Scientific Advisory BoardOur Scientific Advisory Board includes past Presidents of the American, European and International Societies of Hypertension, as well as other key cardiovascular opinion leaders: Refer a Friend...And help them lower their blood pressure too! Tell your loved ones about RESPeRATE.
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Join in on interesting and helpful discussions in our vibrant online community. You’ll learn how others are dealing with their hypertension and gain valuable insight on controlling your own blood pressure. Take a look at the most recent post from our User Forum:
Forum - High Blood Pressure Forum
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Your questions about high blood pressure are answered by our board certified doctor. Browse through hundreds of helpful answers or ask your own question in our Ask Dr. Rowena page. Here’s a recent question:.
Ace inhibitors and dry cough
Topic - Medication Interactions
Q: My doctor gave me a prescription for lisinopril-hctz 20-25 mg for my blood pressure. Since I have been taking them I have developed a dry cough all day. I was not coughing like this before and I do not have a cold. Is this a side effect? A: ACE inhibitors, such as Linsinopril, can cause a dry cough. It is likely that you are experiencing a side effect of your medication. Report this to your doctor.
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For an interesting collection of information, blogs and news about hypertension, visit our All About Hypertension page. Take a look at a recent snippet:
Medication: Inderal/ propanolol (Beta blocker)
Topic - Medication: Inderal/ propanolol (Beta blocker)
How Inderal Reduces Blood Pressure Inderal is one of a class of blood pressure medication called Beta-Adrenergic Blocking Agent or more commonly known as Beta Blockers. Beta blockers are a class of drugs that block beta-adrenergic substances such as adrenaline. By blocking the action of the involuntary nervous system on the heart, beta blockers relieve stress on the heart. Inderal slows the heart beat, lessens the force with which the heart muscle contracts and reduces blood vessel contraction in the heart, brain, and throughout the body, thus lowering blood pressure. Other Beta Blockers include Coreg, Tenormin, Toprol XL and Ziac. Although these medications...
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