Blood Pressure Fluctuation

my Dr checked my BP today in his office he did a 6 test cycle , it was remarkably good for once @ 120/65 BUT I noticed he checked with cuff on my right upper arm, When I test it is much higher BUT I use my left arm , So my DR re tested with cuff on Left arm, results were much high at 160/80 range . the question is is this OK? and why is there such a variation,Should I follow up with more investigation or just forget it ? ## Hello, Rob! How are you? Actually, that big of a difference in readings could be a sign of other cardiac problems, so you should consult a cardiologist. It is normal to have some fluctuations, but it shouldn't be that much, according to the NIH. Are you on any medications to treat it? ## i am not on a cardiac med, unless you consider, Crestor for cholesterol cont...

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Earlier today my bp was 139/113, a few hours later I checked again and it was 155/86. I have numerous health issues. I'm hoping blood pressure isn't being added to the list? ## When did you check it? Was it after eating? And if so, what did you eat? Was it after activity? If so, what kind of activity? What time of day did you check it? There are so many things that could cause such blood pressure fluctuations, according to NIH reports, so it is very hard to say from this limited information.

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I have had incidents of orthostatic hypotension and syncope in the recent past. I will have blood pressure fluctuations during the day ranging from sometimes a morning high of 154/90 down to 93/56 at some point during the day. I have Grade 1 diastolic dysfunction, pulmonary venous hypertension and moderate diffusion disorder. The lung diffusion disorder is 4 points away from severe. I'm iron deficiency anemic and have numerous other medical issues. Last year I had a CRP four times normal and an ESR, I think, that was twice normal. I was placed on hydroquinine (sp) and am still on it. The maximum dosage twice a day. I have central sleep apnea and OSA. My vpap settings are 18/13. I also have controlled asthma and copd. ## Hello, Donamel! How are you? Your blood pressure readings are s...

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Is 154/70 considered to be high blood pressure? ## Normal is considered to be 120/80 and normal life activity will cause some fluctuations, so anything slightly lower or higher, such as 125/82 or 110/65 are not considered to be a problem. However, in your case the 154 on top would be considered high. Learn more Hypertension details here. Was that just one reading, or has it been consistently showing high over several readings? ## it fluctuates, but for a while now my systolic is considerably high and my diastolic is low ## Actually, they new normal or "good " range for blood pressure is BELOW 120/80. A perscribed BP med should lower blood pressure shortly after taking it.

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my blood pressurepres too high can i take 2 tablets of lisinopril hctz dosage 20 / 25 ## Hello, Manish! How are you? What do you consider too high? It is normal to experience fluctuations throughout the day, according to the NIH, it can be affected by activity levels, diet, stress and etc. As to the medication, you should not exceed your doctor's dosing instructions. This medication will not work immediately to lower blood pressure, even at a higher dose. It takes about 4 weeks to reach its full level of efficacy in your body. Are you on any other medications? Has anything changed in your diet, activity levels or have any other lifestyle changes occurred recently?

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anyone taking effient have any reactions ## What type of reaction did you have to it? It is a platelet inhibitor, so its normal side effects are listed as being blood pressure fluctuations, headache, fatigue and diarrhea. You can learn more here:

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i've been diagnosed with high blood pressure recently. medications was started after 2 weeks of observation. first reading was 110/160.. later on fluctuating between 90-105.. i was adviced to start taking medicine metosartan 25. current reading 82-126.. but after taking these from 1 month.. i feel lil suffocation and tiredness sometimes. is it because of side effects of these or due to pressure fluctuations?? doc advised it is due to the same and body takes time to adjust from high to low pressure suddenly.

Does it matter if I take this med in the am or pm? I also take lotrel and microzide for high blood pressure in the am. Bystolic was prescribed for heart rhythm. ## Hello, Eddie! How are you? Usually, it is preferred that you take them in the morning, so they can control your condition during the time of day when you will be most active and experience the most fluctuations. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, hypotension and stomach pain. Is there anything else I can help with?

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What time of day should I take Edarbi? ## What has your doctor advised? Edarbi is most commonly used to help treat high blood pressure and, in most cases, it's usually taken in the morning, to help control your blood pressure during the times of day you will be most active and experience the most fluctuations. However, it can cause drowsiness as a side effect, so some people prefer to take it at night. ## Hi yaw, The dosing and administration guidelines for Edarbi state the following: "Azilsartan comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken once a day with or without food. To help you remember to take azilsartan, take it around the same time every day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you...

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bp fluctuates and dizziness ## Prolomet XL contains the active ingredient Metoprolol, which is a beta blocker that most commonly used to treat high blood pressure. Learn more Metoprolol details here. That said, it may cause dizziness as a side effect. How severe is the dizziness? And as to the blood pressure fluctuations, that's completely normal, it never stays exactly the same for anyone, at any time. It will change throughout the day depending on what you eat, drink, activity you're participating in and etc. What levels are you seeing when you check it? ## does prolomet am 25 long use causes allergy caugh ? what r side effects?

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This drug Metoprolo er tab suc 25mg is used for high blood pressure and they say it will treat cardiac conditions. What I want to know is what cardiac condition does it treat? I have heart fluctions and as far as I know I am not getting any medications for that. my blood pressure at home is always in the normal range 120/65 for my age, 79 but when I am in the DR. office it is always is high 145/ 79. Is there any medications I can take for my heart fluctions? Leo ## What do you mean by heart fluctuations? Do you mean an increased heart rate? Or are you referring to palpitations where you seem to be skipping beats occasionally? Metoprolol can improve cardiac function and is used to treat both of the issues I asked about. Learn more Metoprolol details here. It is a beta blocker, so it is o...

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Is the T MET XL 25 tablet safe for a male whose age is 20 yrs and having BP fluctuations (160/90 to 140/80) for 10-12 days with chest pain...which is diagnosed as muscular pain after doing ECG and 2D-ECHO...? ## This contains the active ingredient Metoprolol, which is a beta blocker that's most commonly used to treat high blood pressure. It's as safe as any other medication, they all carry risks, but letting your blood pressure continue to rise out of control would be much more risky. Learn more Metoprolol details here. Has your doctor instructed you to use it? ## Yes... Doctor only prescribed it..But Im little bit worry as his age is 21 yrs. Thats why i wanted to know that for this age group is it good ? ## Is it ok to abruptly stop taking Met XL which was prescribed to me by d...

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Since moving from Lotrel brand to generic, it seems that my loved one's BP fluctuates, and those fluctuations include more high readings. On some days, BP systolic is in 120s, but other days in the 150s, about the same as no medication at all. Is it possible that the generic Lotrel has unreliable dosage? ## First of all, blood pressure numbers will always fluctuate. You will never check it and see consistent steady numbers. Second, is the person eating properly, a health, low-fat, low-sodium diet and getting plenty of proper exercise? Both are required to help maintain healthy blood pressure levels. If they are eating well, getting exercise and taking the medication as prescribed, it could be that they just require a dosage adjustment or a different medication. Not all medications w...

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When is the best time to take Ciplar 40 (morning or night time) to maximize its benefits/efficacy? ## Hello, April! How are you? Unless you've been instructed otherwise, it is usually best to take it in the morning, that way it can help control your blood pressure and heart rate during the times of day you will be most active and experiencing the most fluctuations, according to NIH reports. The U.S. FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, dry cough, increased urination, and hypotension. Are you on any other medications?

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i currently take diltiazem hydrochloride extended release caps 360 mg at bedtime....should it be taken in the morning instead? ## What have your blood pressure readings been during the day? This information is needed in order to answer your question. Learn more Diltiazem details here. In many cases, doctors do want someone to take such medications in the morning, so it helps to control their blood pressure or cardiac conditions during the time of day that they will be most active and therefore experience the most fluctuations. However, since it can cause drowsiness and dizziness as aide effects, some people do find them necessary to take at night, when they are going to bed. So, it really depends on your blood pressure or cardiac condition and your doctor's instructions.

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Should I take losartan potassium 25 mg at night or in the mornings? It makes me very sleepy and my doctor didn't specify but my pharmacist said to take it in the morning. ## Yes, it is usually taken in the morning, so it can help control your blood pressure and heart rate, during the times of day where you will be most active and may experience the most fluctuations, according to the FDA. How long have you been taking it? Most side effects are transient and will go away, once your body gets used to a medication, but that could take 4 to 5 weeks. Other side effects are listed as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and increased urination.

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I have been taking Sandoz lisinopril 40mg oval pink pill for many years imprinted with E104 and my BP has been stable. Now the pharmacy changed it to the round lisinopril 40mg pink pill imprinted with same E104. My blood pressure is not being maintained now it fluctuates all over the place. I take it daily. Are there different fillers or inactive ingredients that is not agreeing with my system? I am a registered nurse so I know this is not the norm. ## Hello, Veletta! How are you? Actually, fluctuations are normal and you should see them, especially if you have caffeine, engage in physical activity or etc. For instance, if you're working and on your feet all day, it should be slightly higher than it is later, when you're home and at rest. This is true for any active person. The ...

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I take Lotrel for hight blood pressure but take it in generic form the cap was pink and white and the last ones I got were just pink with 931 on one end par on the other what is it ## I was taking the generic for Lotrel 10/20 that were purple a little lighter then the name brand put out by Teva, no problem. My drug company changed the manufacture and sent me some little pinkish purple pills with 932 par on them and caused me severe side affects. ## The pills with the PAR 932 on them also contain 10mgs of Amlodipine and 20mgs of Benazapril, the active ingredients in Lotrel. What might have caused your problem, however, is the fact that there can be differences in generic drugs, so there might have been a slight dosage fluctuation in these tablets, which caused you to experience more side...

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Is it better to take my 5mg dose in the morning or evening? ## What has your doctor advised? This contains the active ingredient Bisoprolol, which is a beta blocker that is commonly used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions. Side effects may include: nausea, dizziness, headache and stomach pain. Learn more: In most cases, doctors will prescribe these types of medications to be taken in the morning, because then it helps give better blood pressure control during the times of day that you are most active and it may have the most fluctuations. However, if someone experiences a lot of side effects, then they may be told to take it in the evening, to prevent experiencing these problems during the day. Therefore, it's always best to consult your doctor on when the b...

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What is it for? My husband has Parkinson's with dementia and has been prescribed this along with cinamet and the Excelon patch. ## Indopril contains the active ingredient Perindopril, it is an ACE inhibitor that's most commonly used to help treat high blood pressure and to treat certain cardiac conditions. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache and hypotension. You can learn more Indopril details here. Alzheimer's can cause some crazy symptoms, so it's possible he was having blood pressure fluctuations or cardiac issues. But the only way to really find out would be to ask the prescribing doctor. Is there anything I can help with?

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