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I take Telmisartan 40 mg at bed time everyday . Due to extreme hot weather and my work pressure day before yesterday my pressure increased a lot and I took the medicine at night . I measured in the morning and the pressure averaged to 165/100 mm Hg . I took another bp medicine 12 hours after the first one .
Now I took two medicines in a day . What should I do from the next day ? Do I need to take it twice or just once?
Please help .
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In the event that blood pressure is not adequately managed with a single medication, it may be necessary to combine it with an additional medication.
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Kindly consult for proper evaluation and treatment.
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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details. Kindly consult on nine zero two nine six zero zero four seven zero.
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Connect please
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You need combination therapy, which can last 24 hrs
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further bp monitoring required
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Your BP is high which needs to be lowered to 130/80 .You can take telmisartan 40 mg twice daily or add a new antihypertensive from different class which ideally should be done under the supervision of your doctor.
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go to dr and take his advice..urself never change medication like this!
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Dr. Zaheer Ahmad
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9 yrs exp
Bareilly
To get the better treatment plan or management of the disease along with second opinion kindly always prefer video consultation . A video consultation is best for better understanding the disease and to explain the prognosis
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Dr. Hemesh Sarode
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7 yrs exp
Pune
I understood your concern and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo , so that I can help you better.book a time slot as per your convenience for consultation.
Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment as it need complete history of patient as personal and family history.
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhansi
Connect
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Dr. Vinod Kumar Verma
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Gurgaon
According to your query and sign and symptom you want to know about the disease and cause and it's best Treatment as you have mentioned as above .
Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment as it need complete history of patient as personal and family history.
Please follow any medicine or advise after consultation only from a good doctor.
Please follow good life style as
• take plenty of fluid and
• take less spicy and fatty foods and
• take home made food only and
do exercise regularly with yoga and meditation and
please keep positive attitude to fight any disease and any problem of your life
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Dr. Sanghpriya Gautam
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Delhi
Take twice
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Dr. Sachin Bhiwaji Sanap
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7 yrs exp
Hingoli
Monitor blood pressure twice for three days
And according to the BP chart start medications
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
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9 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
Kindly consult
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Dr. Najeeb T
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Malappuram
Patient's detailed medical history is required. It is recommended to consult a doctor professional through the Practo app or visit a local medical facility for a thorough evaluation.
Please keep in mind that detailed medical history is crucial for proper diagnosis and treatment.
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Dr. Nikhil Aggarwal
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10 yrs exp
Delhi
Based on the information provided, here are my recommendations:
Opinion:
1. The elevated blood pressure reading of 165/100 mmHg is considered high and needs to be addressed promptly, as uncontrolled high blood pressure can have serious health consequences.
2. Taking an additional blood pressure medication 12 hours after your regular dose of Telmisartan was an appropriate step to help bring your blood pressure back to a safer range.
3. However, it is not advisable to continue taking two doses of blood pressure medications regularly without consulting your doctor.
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1. Monitor your blood pressure closely over the next few days. If it remains elevated (above 140/90 mmHg), contact your doctor promptly.
2. Do not continue taking two doses of blood pressure medications on your own. Inform your doctor about the recent spike in your blood pressure and the additional dose you took.
3. Your doctor may:
a. Adjust the dosage or frequency of your current medication(s)
b. Add or change the blood pressure medication(s) in your regimen
c. Recommend lifestyle modifications, such as dietary changes, exercise, or stress management techniques
4. If your blood pressure readings return to a normal range (below 140/90 mmHg) with your regular daily dose of Telmisartan, you can continue taking it as prescribed by your doctor.
5. In cases of extreme heat or high stress, take necessary precautions to avoid exacerbating your blood pressure, such as staying hydrated, limiting physical activity, and practicing relaxation techniques.
6. Follow up with your doctor regularly for monitoring and adjustments to your blood pressure management plan as needed.
It is crucial not to make changes to your blood pressure medication regimen without consulting your doctor, as improper dosing or abrupt discontinuation can have adverse effects. With proper medical guidance and lifestyle modifications, your blood pressure can be effectively managed.
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