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BP lying down vs sitting

2021-11-23 03:54:59
My Bp is in 110/80 range when i am lying down and when i sit up its 135/100 range . I am taking telma 40 at the moment . Do i need to change my dose again ? Is bp lying down better indication or sitting up ?
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no need to change medicines

Answered2021-11-24 01:40:48

YESNO

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It’s fine don’t worry, no need to change the medicine
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Answered2021-11-23 13:01:01

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