
High BP, On Metoprolol, Lisinopril, Diuretic, Low Heart Rate

Thanks for writing to us.
Let me inform you that the drugs taken for hypertension do not produce the effect on dose to dose basis. These drugs when taken for a long period of time cause downregulation of receptors thus producing the effect.
Missing one or two doses in between decreases the overall effect of the medicine taken and in some cases might even lead to rebound hypertension.
It is always recommended to take your antihypertensives regularly without missing any doses. The effect on readings of blood pressure will be seen after two months of regular treatment.
If still there is no relief it means that the drugs you are getting are insufficient to control your blood pressure and the treatment you are getting needs to be reconsidered.'
Walking around is a mild exercise which diverts the blood flow to your extremities thus decreasing the cardiac work load. It is not a treatment of hypertension but helps in maintaining a constant reading. It is best to indulge in such light exercise at least five days a week.
Reducing fatty foods, salt and increasing citrus fruits,garlic,fish ,brown rice in your diet helps.Also avoid smoking , alcohol and stress.Try yoga, meditation and reduce your weight to lower your blood pressure.
I hope my answer and recommendations are adequate and helpful. Waiting for your further follow up queries if any.
Regards.


Thanks for writing again.
If you have missed only a few doses even then it can impact your BP control. I advise my patient to take BP medicine at exact time (with alarm) on each day.
Yoga is a practice and not related to any religion. It is scientifically approved form of therapy which helps in both mental and physical relaxation. This is very much essential for keeping the blood pressure under control.
I opine if you can achieve a blood pressure lesser than 140/90mm Hg it is good control. It may take Bp lowering medicines, relaxation measures, diet changes, exercise and held you up for large part of the day, but it is really worth following it.
The lower pulse is a normal association with a high blood pressure and is not something to be worried about. This is commonly expected while on Metoprolol.
Wishing you an early recovery.

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