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Suggest Treatment For Slightly Elevated BP Levels While On Atenolol And Benicar

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Posted on Mon, 25 May 2015
Question: I am 71 195# 5'10 very little fat, I am active and not overly stressed. I take atenolol and benicar but my blood pressure is always between 140 to 150 (sometimes higher) over 90 to 100. My doctor does not seem concerned. What should I do.
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Answered by Dr. Benard Shehu (43 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
I would recommend to add Amlodipine to your therapy.

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking!
I read your query and understood your concerns.

Your BP is slightly elevated and it should be lowered to < 130/85 mmhg. If you were my patient I would recommend to add Amlodipine to your therapy.

Since this is a medication you should discuss with your doctor before any change in therapy.

Hope this was of help!
Wish you health!
Dr. Shehu
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Suggest Treatment For Slightly Elevated BP Levels While On Atenolol And Benicar

Brief Answer: I would recommend to add Amlodipine to your therapy. Detailed Answer: Hi and thank you for asking! I read your query and understood your concerns. Your BP is slightly elevated and it should be lowered to < 130/85 mmhg. If you were my patient I would recommend to add Amlodipine to your therapy. Since this is a medication you should discuss with your doctor before any change in therapy. Hope this was of help! Wish you health! Dr. Shehu