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Does blood pressure medicine make your blood pressure drop?
Medications. People who take certain medications, for example, high blood pressure medications such as alpha blockers, have a greater risk of low blood pressure.
Can we skip BP medicine for a day?
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take two doses to make up for the dose you missed.
What happens when BP is high?
High blood pressure can damage your arteries by making them less elastic, which decreases the flow of blood and oxygen to your heart and leads to heart disease. In addition, decreased blood flow to the heart can cause: Chest pain, also called angina.
What are the side effects of blood pressure tablets?
Some common side effects of high blood pressure medicines include:
- Cough.
- Diarrhea or constipation.
- Dizziness or lightheadedness.
- Erection problems.
- Feeling nervous.
- Feeling tired, weak, drowsy, or a lack of energy.
- Headache.
- Nausea or vomiting.
What happens if I accidentally take my blood pressure medicine twice?
Taking a double dose of any medicine is also okay – but it is not a good idea. The main risk is that you might get side effects for a few hours due to the short time when you have higher drug levels. It is better to get a pill box. Then you can see each day whether or not you have taken your meds.
When should you not stop medication for high blood pressure?
When You Should Not Stop Medication If your high blood pressure is due to non-modifiable factors like family history or variable ones (such as chronic disease), you may not be able to stop taking your medication.
What are the side effects of low blood pressure medications?
If you mean a medication that lowers BP then your BP will be lowered. Heart rate may increase to compensate for lower cardiac output. You may get dizzy or lose consciousness. Don’t take medicine that has not been prescribed to you
How effective is medication for high blood pressure?
Medication can lower blood pressure effectively. The higher the blood pressure, the greater the benefit. But the risk of long-term health consequences also depends on many other factors. A decision to take medication for high blood pressure is a long-term decision.
What should I do if my blood pressure is too low?
If you are taking blood pressure medicine and implementing other life style changes, too, such as losing weight and eating better, your blood pressure may become too low. See your doctor to adjust your medication, or even eliminate it, if necessary.