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Forum - High Blood Pressure Forum
Topic - BP high at 29yrs, need to change something
Hi, I would suggest that you take a look at this list:
http://forum.resperate.com/power-blood-pressure-lowering-list-t680.html
I also recommend that you give Resperate a try, if you haven't already. Regarding your question about meds, that is up to you and your Doctor.
Cheers!
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Preparing for your visit to the doctor
Topic - Blood Pressure & Hypertension
Q: My wife's blood pressure is sometimes low and sometimes high. So many times I have consulted the doctors but without success. Please help! A: Go with your wife on her next visit to the doctor. Together you should make a list of questions you want answered. Hand the list to your doctor at the start of the appointment. This will help keep you and the doctor focused on what you are really worried about. Sometimes people get nervous talking to a doctor and fail to mention everything. Blood pressure is not constant. ...
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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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