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What Causes Dizziness And Shortness Of Breath While On Avapro?
I take Avapro 300 mg. I also take a diuretic. Often when I stand up after sitting, and more so after lying down, I feel dizzy, light headed and feel faint. Also, when I climb stairs, I am short of breath. Should I cut back the Avapro to 150mg. My blood pressure has been reading on the low side. rstorto@melvin law.com
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Hello,
Tab. Avapro is an antihypertensive and in addition you are taking a diuretic which also lowers the blood pressure.
It is possible that the symptoms you are having are due to low blood pressure. I would advise you to track your blood pressure for a few days and if the blood pressure is on the lower side discuss it with your physician and get your dose titrated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nazma.amman,
General & Family Physician
Tab. Avapro is an antihypertensive and in addition you are taking a diuretic which also lowers the blood pressure.
It is possible that the symptoms you are having are due to low blood pressure. I would advise you to track your blood pressure for a few days and if the blood pressure is on the lower side discuss it with your physician and get your dose titrated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nazma.amman,
General & Family Physician
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