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What Is Safe Blood Pressure Reading To Drive Car?
I have been on blood pressure medicine for many years (Lisinopril 20 - HCTZ 25). I am 58 yrs, 5', 136lbs. I felt dizzy, lightheaded and went to the doctors office...........she said my blood pressure 90/60 was low causing the feelings. The doctor took the HCTZ out of the Lisinopril. I drive an hour to work (1 way)and concerned about drving feeling this way. I can take my blood pressure at home - what is a safe reading for me to drive.
Tue, 18 Oct 2016
Hi! I have gone through your question and I understand your concern .
I would say that the optimal blood pressure for you to drive would be between 120-100 : 80-70 .
It's important to keep it between these ranges and not to have the symptoms.
I would recommend you to drink a lot of water , to stay hydrated is very important for your body .Sometimes dehydration can cause low blood pressure and you may experience dizziness and lightheaded .
Controll your blood pressure every time before you go to work , if it's still low and you have symtoms dont drive , if it's more than 140:90 or any sign of high blood pressure while you are taking only lisinopril call you local doctor to change the dosage .
Wish these help .
Thank you for using HCM
I would say that the optimal blood pressure for you to drive would be between 120-100 : 80-70 .
It's important to keep it between these ranges and not to have the symptoms.
I would recommend you to drink a lot of water , to stay hydrated is very important for your body .Sometimes dehydration can cause low blood pressure and you may experience dizziness and lightheaded .
Controll your blood pressure every time before you go to work , if it's still low and you have symtoms dont drive , if it's more than 140:90 or any sign of high blood pressure while you are taking only lisinopril call you local doctor to change the dosage .
Wish these help .
Thank you for using HCM
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