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Talk To A RESPeRATE UserQuestions about whether RESPeRATE is right for you?Talk to someone who already owns one. |
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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 - RESPeRATE Support Forum
Topic - Time of Day
What is the best time of day to use Resperate?
I have been completing my sessions at night before I go to bed because it is relaxing. I would like the best results possible and was wondering if this is the best time.
Would first thing in...
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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:.
Meds causing knee pain?
Topic - Medical Conditions
Q: I am 71yrs old and have been taking 3 kinds of tablets for high blood pressure and for cholesterol/diabetes. The tablets are: simvastatin 20mg/amlodipine 10mg tablets taken at nights and atenolol for day time. I am now beginning to feel severe pain on my knees. Do you think these tabs can cause such pain, and should I let my GP know, as I have not told him about it. A: You should always alert your doctor about a new symptom. You have been taking your blood pressure medicine for some time but your knees just started hurting....
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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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