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Are There BP Medicines That Does Not Cause Itching And Rashes?

Hello-- I have been prescribed 3 different blood pressure medicines--Lisinopril, Lasortan, and now Atenelol, at 50 mg dosage. With each one I have experienced itching and rash on my legs, arms, and upper chest. I am a 66 year old female. Is there any blood pressure medicine that does not have this side effect? Thank you.
posted on Wed, 12 Feb 2014
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Look mam anti-hypertensive medicine that you are taking may not cause the itching, the chances of this is very less, you can do one thing better you start taking the single drug therapy for your blood pressure, and the best choice is "Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg twice a day," ( If you do not have sever hypertension and other associate cardiac problem then you can take this ) hope this information helps you, have nice day.
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HI, thanks for using healthcare magic

It is possible that the reason that you are experiencing allergic reaction to these medication..

There are allergy tests that are available to test for allergies to medication . You may want to ask your doctor whether there are tests available for hypertensive agents.

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Are There BP Medicines That Does Not Cause Itching And Rashes?

HI Thank for asking to HCM Look mam anti-hypertensive medicine that you are taking may not cause the itching, the chances of this is very less, you can do one thing better you start taking the single drug therapy for your blood pressure, and the best choice is Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg twice a day, ( If you do not have sever hypertension and other associate cardiac problem then you can take this ) hope this information helps you, have nice day.