How To Keep BP Under Control?

Posted on Tue, 19 Aug 2014

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Question : I have been taking losartan potassium(50mg-12.5mg) and the blood pressure is 118/87. The diastolic pressure is always in the upper 80s . Is this ok?

Answered by Dr. Dr. R.A. SINGH (8 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
it is within normal range.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for writing your query.

After reading your post, I would like to inform you that your blood pressure is within normal range.

You should eat less salty and oily foods for more better control.
Also drink lots of water daily.
Avoid mental stress.

I hope this is helpful to you.
Thanks.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj

Follow up: Dr. Dr. R.A. SINGH (28 minutes later)

The diastolic pressure goes to 90s sometimes. Is this also ok?

Answered by Dr. Dr. R.A. SINGH (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:
it should not be more than 90mmHg.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for your response.
Diastolic pressure more than 90 mmHg should be informed to your treating doctor.
Change in medicine or its dose may be needed.
I hope this answers your query.
Thanks.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D