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What Causes Elevated Blood Pressure While On Methylprednisolone?

I am on a course of Methylprednisolone ( 2nd day) and feel pressure in my head. I am 74 years old and have heart decease. My blood pressure is generally low (110/60), but I measured it now and it s 117/80, pulse of 70. Should I be concerned and stop the medication?
Thu, 14 Mar 2019
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Hello,

You should either stop or change a drug because methylprednisolone can cause elevated blood pressure. Make sure to take antihypertensive drug correctly.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Olgeta Xhufka , General & Family Physician
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What Causes Elevated Blood Pressure While On Methylprednisolone?

Hello, You should either stop or change a drug because methylprednisolone can cause elevated blood pressure. Make sure to take antihypertensive drug correctly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Olgeta Xhufka , General & Family Physician