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 - RESPeRATE Support Forum
Topic - airport question
Quick question: will I have a problem packing my resperate in my suitcase on a trip? I'd love to take it with me but would be so upset if it was confiscated!! Anyone have an idea or an experience?
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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:.
A week after I started taking my blood pressure medication I had an allergic reaction, is this normal?
Topic - Medication Interactions
Q: A week after starting BP meds, the outer layer of my skin dried up and peeled off. What caused this violent allergic reaction? A: Allergic reactions are mediated by the immune system of the body. Make sure your doctor is aware of your reaction to the medication and find out if you need to be aware of any related substances that may cause a similar reaction.
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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: Benicar HCT (Combination)
Topic - Medication: Benicar HCT (Combination)
How Benicar HCT Reduces Blood Pressure Benicar HCT a combination of Olmesartan and Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ). Olmesartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). Angiotensin II is a chemical that causes the muscles surrounding the blood vessels to contract (tighten). This in turn narrows the blood vessels. This narrowing increases the pressure within the blood vessels and can cause high blood pressure (hypertension). Olmesartan blocks the action of angiotensin II. As a result, the blood vessels dilate (relax) and blood pressure is reduced. HCTZ is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) decreases the amount of fluid in your body by increasing the amount of salt...
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