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I Have noticed an increase in my blood pressure over the past 3months, (i.e. 125 /85 to 145/95). I am currently taking Lotrel 5/10, Garlique, Gingko Biloba and 1 tab of Mega Men Sport and 1tab of Mega Men Prostate and Virility. I weigh about 180lbs and I am 5'10. I exercise as follows: 3x week 2miles on treadmill and 2x week I play raquetball for about an hour. I have been on this regimen for about 5 or more years and I am 56 years old as of !/30/20015. I have been in the dental profession for over 25 years. I did have a sinus infection in December and I was briefly taken off of Lotrel and placed on an ARB (Azor) because of the cough i had developed but I was switched back after that was ruled out. Any helpful info you could give me would as to what may have contributed to this increase would be appreciated. I have no other medical problems other than high blood pressure. my email address is: YYYY@YYYY
Fri, 20 Feb 2015
General & Family Physician, Dr. B M Gupta's Response
welcome. normal B P is less than 140/90 at your age. your B P is slightly high. food supplement may increase this . do not worry. multiple cause. reduce salt in any form. add tablet chlorthalidon/hydrochlorthiazide 25 mg one tablet daily after discussing with your doctor. get blood test for lipid,thyroid profile,creatinine,sugar,HbA1C, urinalysis, check weight monthly take fresh fruits, avoid smoking,alcohol,coffee,cola, junk foods, take care.
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What Causes Sudden Increase In BP?
welcome. normal B P is less than 140/90 at your age. your B P is slightly high. food supplement may increase this . do not worry. multiple cause. reduce salt in any form. add tablet chlorthalidon/hydrochlorthiazide 25 mg one tablet daily after discussing with your doctor. get blood test for lipid,thyroid profile,creatinine,sugar,HbA1C, urinalysis, check weight monthly take fresh fruits, avoid smoking,alcohol,coffee,cola, junk foods, take care.