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Blood pressure shooted to 160/100
Hi,
My father is already taking medicine for hypertension i.e. Metosartan 25 mg
Today somehow he was feeling of tingling on one side of mouth. So on checking blood pressure is found at doctors place is around 160/100. However doctor suggested to go for increasing the dose of same medication.
But still looking for second opinion.
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Dr. Yogendra Singh Rajput
Cardiologist
16 yrs exp
Gurgaon
Yes but I suggested plz visit to the near by hospital..
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Dr. Sanjeev Kumar
Cardiologist
19 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Yes should increase dose of no medicine
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Dr. Ajeya N. Ukadgaonkar
Cardiologist
8 yrs exp
Aurangabad
Hello,
BP of 160/100 definitely needs dose modifications. But, i need to know his further details to advice regarding which medicines to add. Consult online directly for the same.
Take care. Stay safe.
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