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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
Topic - Anyone tried.....
I noticed the Zona Plus device after I had already purchased RespErate. I have lowered my BP some with RespErate and medication but am still not where I need to be. I was interested to see if anyone had heard of, or has any experience with, this device...
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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:.
Aspirin for lowering blood pressure
Topic - Heart Health
Q: I have read a lot of research about Aspirin. Is it still advisable to use it as a means of lowering high blood pressure? A: It is well known that daily low dose aspirin can help prevent cardiovascular events. Daily aspirin therapy also increases the risk of serious bleeding so it is not recommended for everyone. The risks versus the benefits need to be assessed on an individual basis. Whether on not any individual should take daily aspirin is a decision that needs to be made in conjunction with their healthcare provider.
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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: Avapro/ irbesartan (ARB)
Topic - Medication: Avapro/ irbesartan (ARB)
How Avapro Reduces Blood Pressure Avapro (irbesartan) is one of a new class of blood pressure medication called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). 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). Avapro works by blocking the action of angiotensin II. As a result, the blood vessels dilate (relax) and blood pressure is reduced. Other ARB medications include Diovan, Cozaar, Atacand, Micardis, Atacand Plus, and Hyzaar. Although these medications are beneficial, many times they are...
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