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Hypertension
My blood pressure always rise up to 160/100 even though I'm just 20 years old. I don't know what medicine is best for me. I monitor my bp and it's always high like, 150/90, 140/80, and 150/80. I don't know what medicine suits me the best. Losartan or amlodipine?
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Dr. Ajeya N. Ukadgaonkar
Interventional Cardiologist
13 yrs exp
Aurangabad
Hello,
You definitely need medicines for this BP along with some tests. What medicine suits you best depends upon multiple factors which need to be assessed. Consult online directly for further evaluation and management
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Dr. R.Vimalkumar
Cardiologist
15 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi, are you already taking any medications for blood pressure? Have you checked urea, creatinine levels and other tests for evaluation of young hypertension?
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consult with doctor for further evaluation and management
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Dr. Sibashankar Kar
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
14 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
Start with Telmisartan 20 once daily. Monitor daily and regulate.
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