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My daughter has a high pulse and low bp. She is at the er now but they are taking forever to see us. She is complaining about a headache and stomach ache. She fainted earlier this afternoon. She takes Amitriptline for Migraines and a calcium supplement and iron supplement
Her Low BP may be caused by Amitriptyline. This drug may cause cardiovascular problems. I would like to suggests some tests: 1. Blood Test 2. Head CT 3. ECG
The drug she is using is more likely to cause postural hypotension and can lead to faint. I would suggest some alternative medicines:
Please post the tests result so that a doctor can follow you and can give you the next course of treatment if required. Do not worry. She is under treatment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Dr. Dipan Samanta, General & Family Physician
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Suggest Treatment For Low BP And Tachycardia
Hello, Her Low BP may be caused by Amitriptyline. This drug may cause cardiovascular problems. I would like to suggests some tests: 1. Blood Test 2. Head CT 3. ECG The drug she is using is more likely to cause postural hypotension and can lead to faint. I would suggest some alternative medicines: 1. Aspirin, butalbital, and caffeine Thereafter, 1. Divalproex sodium 2. Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) supplements or tablets Please post the tests result so that a doctor can follow you and can give you the next course of treatment if required. Do not worry. She is under treatment. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dipan Samanta, General & Family Physician