What Causes High BP While On Prednisone For Lung Sarcoidosis?

Posted on Sun, 26 Jul 2015

Sun, 26 Jul 2015 Answered on

Mon, 17 Aug 2015 Last reviewed on

Question : I'm taking prednisone, (was 60mg, now 10) for lung sarcoidosis. my blood pressure has risen to 148/100 @ resting. Should I be see a doctor? I'm having a difficult time sleeping or resting because it feels like my heart is beating hard. I also feel anxious. I've heard there are 2 different types of BP medication.

Answered by Dr. Kathy Robinson (54 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
yes see a doctor

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Steroids like prednisone can raise the blood pressure. If you will be on steroids long-term for something like sarcoid then you need to see a doctor for blood pressure management. There are many classes of blood pressure medicines. Your blood pressure needs to be less than 120/80.
Also lowering salt in your diet and regular exercise can help
See a doctor soon and let me know if you have further questions
Regards

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar