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Is Bendroflumethiazide And Atenolol Given For High BP?

I have a high bloodpressure problem which was solved quickly, and over the last 15 years have been taking atenalol and "bendroflumethiazide. I have had no problems until lately when I have been called to a diabetic clinic because of high sugar level.

I eat a sensible diet with very little sugar / glucoze, My weight is very good,Do you think the "bendroflumethiazide may now cause this synptom
Mon, 6 Mar 2017
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Hi There

Bendroflumethiazide is basically a thiazide diuretic. In one prospective study done in 34 patients who took this med regularly for a period of 14 yrs revealed a increase an increase in fasting blood glucose levels. But the good thing is after withdraw of this drug for few months resulted in reduction of glucose levels.

So yes it could be the reason of your increased blood sugar levels. You can discuss with your treating doctor for switching to some other anti hypertensive medicine. Don't worry it will settle down.

Wish you Good Health
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Is Bendroflumethiazide And Atenolol Given For High BP?

Hi There Bendroflumethiazide is basically a thiazide diuretic. In one prospective study done in 34 patients who took this med regularly for a period of 14 yrs revealed a increase an increase in fasting blood glucose levels. But the good thing is after withdraw of this drug for few months resulted in reduction of glucose levels. So yes it could be the reason of your increased blood sugar levels. You can discuss with your treating doctor for switching to some other anti hypertensive medicine. Don t worry it will settle down. Wish you Good Health