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On Medicine For Hbp. Feeling Tired And Have Sore Ears After Reducing Medicine. Any Suggestion?
Question: hallo i have been on high blood[ressure medication for 10 yaers. we migrated to new zealand from south africa. i took , 20 mg nfefidine, 5 mg concor, 300/12.5 mg co-irbiwin. the dr here took some of my bloodpressure medication away and says it is low. i took the reading now and it is 138/96 pulse 88.
i am tired the whole time and my ears are sore, help pls
i am tired the whole time and my ears are sore, help pls
Hi friend,
Welcome to Health Care Magic
It is possible to reduce the medicines for blood pressure, after a few years, when it has been stable for long time. However, it has to be done under strict medical supervision. Some times, the pressure may change, from complications - kidney problem may increase / heart problems may decrease. So it is imperative to do basic investigations like ECG, ECHO, electrolytes, renal function and so on.
You need to discuss with your doctor.
You may have to take this drug again, if the pressure goes up.
It is better to reduce rather than stop.
Beta-blockers (like your concor) can cause rebound.
Co-Irbewin contains Irbesartan and HydroChlorThiazide. The former can retain potassium; the latter can deplete sodium and potassium. The imbalance of electrolytes could be one reason for fatigue. Have it checked up.
Discuss with your doctor.
It is also better to see an Ear doctor for the soreness.
Take care
Wishing speedy recovery
God bless
Good luck
Welcome to Health Care Magic
It is possible to reduce the medicines for blood pressure, after a few years, when it has been stable for long time. However, it has to be done under strict medical supervision. Some times, the pressure may change, from complications - kidney problem may increase / heart problems may decrease. So it is imperative to do basic investigations like ECG, ECHO, electrolytes, renal function and so on.
You need to discuss with your doctor.
You may have to take this drug again, if the pressure goes up.
It is better to reduce rather than stop.
Beta-blockers (like your concor) can cause rebound.
Co-Irbewin contains Irbesartan and HydroChlorThiazide. The former can retain potassium; the latter can deplete sodium and potassium. The imbalance of electrolytes could be one reason for fatigue. Have it checked up.
Discuss with your doctor.
It is also better to see an Ear doctor for the soreness.
Take care
Wishing speedy recovery
God bless
Good luck
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