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Is Labetalol The Right Medicine For High Blood Pressure?
my son found out 2 days ago his blood pressure was 215/140 they are now treating it with labetalol 200 mg the doctor said he could take 2 morning and nite, he just took pressure again and its 215/131. I know he is really concerned but how long till he sees the medicine starting to work. he has another dr appointment tomorrow. thanks in advance
Thanks for writing to Health Care magic, I am Dr , Muhammad Ahmad , I have read your question closely, I understand your concern and will be helping you with your health related problem.
Usually it start of show effect in 3-4 days if not completely controlled still some effect is usually there in 3-4 days, i would advise you not to panic this is how blood pressure medication is started, one starts with some medicine in moderate dose and see effect and then adds some other medication if blood pressure doesn't get controlled or start a combination pill, during all that time patient has to monitor blood pressure regularly, take regular medication, control his diet specially salt intake and reduce weight if he is overweight.
I would suggest you not to panic just discuss the blood pressure readings with doctor so that he might know how the medication has affected. And what can be done further.
I hope this answered your question, If you have more queries I am happy to answer you. Regards.
Dr.Muhammad Ahmad
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Is Labetalol The Right Medicine For High Blood Pressure?
Hello, Thanks for writing to Health Care magic, I am Dr , Muhammad Ahmad , I have read your question closely, I understand your concern and will be helping you with your health related problem. Usually it start of show effect in 3-4 days if not completely controlled still some effect is usually there in 3-4 days, i would advise you not to panic this is how blood pressure medication is started, one starts with some medicine in moderate dose and see effect and then adds some other medication if blood pressure doesn t get controlled or start a combination pill, during all that time patient has to monitor blood pressure regularly, take regular medication, control his diet specially salt intake and reduce weight if he is overweight. I would suggest you not to panic just discuss the blood pressure readings with doctor so that he might know how the medication has affected. And what can be done further. I hope this answered your question, If you have more queries I am happy to answer you. Regards. Dr.Muhammad Ahmad