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How Long Does Diovan Take To Bring Down Blood Pressure?
Question: How long should it take to start lowering blood pressure after taking 160mg of diovan?
Brief Answer:
Whithin 2 hours
Detailed Answer:
Dear Mrs,
Diovan starts to lower blood pressure within 2 hours after taking, it's maximum effect starts after 4-6 hours.
When did you take it?
Do you have other blood pressure lowering medication at home?
Regards,
Whithin 2 hours
Detailed Answer:
Dear Mrs,
Diovan starts to lower blood pressure within 2 hours after taking, it's maximum effect starts after 4-6 hours.
When did you take it?
Do you have other blood pressure lowering medication at home?
Regards,
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vaishalee Punj
Took diovan at 6am. BP still 180/90. Have metropolol 25 mg tabs
Brief Answer:
There is need for extra medication
Detailed Answer:
Dear Mrs,
It is better to take extra diuretic or calcium channel blocker if you have it.
If not, I would advise you to refer to ER or call emergency.
Take care
Regards,
There is need for extra medication
Detailed Answer:
Dear Mrs,
It is better to take extra diuretic or calcium channel blocker if you have it.
If not, I would advise you to refer to ER or call emergency.
Take care
Regards,
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
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