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I have an appt this am and am supposed to fast so they can do some tests. I take meds for diabetes 2, and high blood pressure. I also take fish oil, calcium with D and iron. Should I go ahead and take my meds this am or wait until after testing?
Yes you can take your blood pressure medicines with a little amount of water. Treatment for high blood pressure includes
1. Lifestyle modifications
2. Salt restrictions
3. Proper anti hypertensive medication
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhanu Partap, Cardiologist
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Suggest Treatment For High Blood Pressure
Hi, Yes you can take your blood pressure medicines with a little amount of water. Treatment for high blood pressure includes 1. Lifestyle modifications 2. Salt restrictions 3. Proper anti hypertensive medication Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Bhanu Partap, Cardiologist