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What Causes Weakness And Palpitations While On HCTZ?
I am a 55 year old female who is seriously overweight but trying to lose weight sensibly. I am on HCTZ for my tendency to retain water (have had this tendency since my 20 s when I was not overweight), and to lower my blood pressure, which has been slightly high past few years. This morning, I felt weak, shaky, and had palpitations. My bp was 155/88 and pulse was 88. Rested 30 minutes, then my bp was 166/92 and pulse was 90. My resting pulse is normally around 72. I have a doctor appointment in 2 weeks. Do I need to be seen sooner?
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Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hi,
It is better to see your doctor sooner to prescribe a medication and do some tests to find out the cause of your complaints.
Take care
Come back if you have any further questions
It is better to see your doctor sooner to prescribe a medication and do some tests to find out the cause of your complaints.
Take care
Come back if you have any further questions
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