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Suggest Medication For Edema And A Leaky Valve
My mom is 83 and has very low blood pressure. She is currently taking Amlodapin, Losartan, Metropolo & Crestor for high blood pressure and diuretic. She She does have edema and a leaky valve. Her doctor said to give up one of the meds. Which one?
Mon, 11 Aug 2014
Give up amlodipine. It can cause edema. Target blood pressure in elderly is 150/90. Too low BP can cause giddiness and fall.
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