Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Should I Take BP Medication For Borderline BP Reading Taken 12 Months Back?

Hi,I had my blood pressure taken by wearing the apparatus overnight,that was 12 months ago. I went to my doctor only now for results,he said I was borderline and gave me a prescription for Lestace 2.5 should he have taken my blood pressure again as it was a long time since it was done. Or do you think I should get my prescription.
Thu, 28 Jan 2016
Report Abuse
Pulmonologist,  's  Response
Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic.
I can understand your concern.
In my opinion, you should not start the treatment at present.
You should definitely get done repeat blood pressure monitoring before starting any antihypertensive drugs.
You had high blood pressure 12 months ago. So this is very long duration and you had only mild elevation.
So you might have normal blood pressure at present. So better not to take this antihypertensive drug without fresh measurement of blood pressure.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries related to coronary artery disease and prevention, click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 
Loading Online Doctors....
Should I Take BP Medication For Borderline BP Reading Taken 12 Months Back?

Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, you should not start the treatment at present. You should definitely get done repeat blood pressure monitoring before starting any antihypertensive drugs. You had high blood pressure 12 months ago. So this is very long duration and you had only mild elevation. So you might have normal blood pressure at present. So better not to take this antihypertensive drug without fresh measurement of blood pressure. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.