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How To Treat Hypertension And Asthmatic Bronchitis?
I am suffering from hypertension and asthmatic bronchitis. I was taking telma 40 and amlodopine 5mg twice daily. My bp was in control then suddenly it shot above 160/105. The doctor prescribed eritel ch 80 once daily but my bp is still hovering around 150/95. What should I do
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Hi,
Ideally, BP should be below 130/80 mm Hg. Addition of alpha-1-adrenergic receptors blocker like Prazosin (preferably extended release preparation) can bring down the BP. Consult your doctor.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Tushar Kanti Biswas, Internal Medicine Specialist
Ideally, BP should be below 130/80 mm Hg. Addition of alpha-1-adrenergic receptors blocker like Prazosin (preferably extended release preparation) can bring down the BP. Consult your doctor.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Tushar Kanti Biswas, Internal Medicine Specialist
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