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2021-06-17 06:30:34
My father has been suffering from High Blood Pressure from last 5 years and he takes CILACAR - 5 MG Daily , But last two days his BP is  100/50 . Now he should take medicine or not ?
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BP is under control with the medication. If not having symptoms and persistently showing same range of values. Can be considered for dose reduction. Maintain BP chart of 1 week and review.

Answered2021-06-17 08:39:13

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One should check the BP lying and standing. And make sure it’s accurately recorded.
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It’s reasonable to make sure that we measure BP.

Answered2021-06-17 12:38:20

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BP is normal not low.. It is normal if it due to the drug... If this is causing any symptoms then you need to stop..
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any doubt consult..

Answered2021-06-17 07:21:24

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Stop the medicine and monitor blood pressure.

Answered2021-06-17 06:37:48

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He can stop the medicine for now. Just recheck his BP after stopping for 3-4 days .
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Please consult for detailed history and evaluation

Answered2021-06-17 06:37:47

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