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Forum - High Blood Pressure Forum
Topic - angiotensin 2
Marguerite,
Does Resp@rate work if the cause of hpb in a person is due to too much of the hormone angiotensin 2 being produced in the body?
Angel
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Difference between brand and generic drugs
Topic - Misc
Q: What is the difference between generic and brand name medications for blood pressure? If, in fact, there is little difference, why is there such a price difference?
A: Generic prescription medication is the chemical equivalent of the same brand name medication. Some people are willing to pay to have the original product. Think of it like clothing. All blue jeans of the same color, size, and style are equally good at covering your body but can vary tremendously in price based on THE brand name or the company that manufactures them.
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Anxiety Disorders Lead to High Blood Pressure Risk
Topic - Anxiety Disorders Lead to High Blood Pressure Risk
(The Canadian Press) People with anxiety disorders are at increased risk of developing high blood pressure and should have their heart health carefully monitored, doctors attending the Canadian Cardiovascular Congress were told Monday. "People with anxiety disorders are four times more likely to develop high blood pressure over one year than those of us who are anxiety-free," said Dr. Simon Bacon of the Montreal Heart Institute.
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