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Is Blood Pressure Of 134/83 A Cause For Concern After Discontinuation Of Zestoretic?
Question: I missed six doses of Lisinopril/hydrochlorothiazide with good blood pressure readings today reading wads high 134/83 is it okay to resume taking medicine
Brief Answer:
Yes, you should resume taking Lisinopril
Detailed Answer:
Dear Mrs,
You should resume taking your medication to avaid further rise of blood pressure. When you miss your dose, there is still some amaountbof medication in your blood, so you may have good readings, but after some time it will disappear and you will again have high blood pressure.
Take care
Come back if you have any further questions
Yes, you should resume taking Lisinopril
Detailed Answer:
Dear Mrs,
You should resume taking your medication to avaid further rise of blood pressure. When you miss your dose, there is still some amaountbof medication in your blood, so you may have good readings, but after some time it will disappear and you will again have high blood pressure.
Take care
Come back if you have any further questions
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