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Q: Hello: Have there been any studies done on the long-term use of ramipril. I have been taking ramipril for about 15 years and I know it is not controlling my blood pressure as well as it used to. I think your body gets used...
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Q: My BP runs in the 135-140 over 65-70 range, systolic has wide variance of 115 to 165. I am currently on 100mg atenolol and 160 mg Diovan. I have been using Resperate for about 2 months and have just started walking, getting heart rate up...
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Q: I am 27 years old with high blood pressure following 9 months after having a baby. Will my high blood pressure go away?
A: The high blood pressure you developed during pregnancy may not go away. Even if it does, you should continue to monitor...
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Q: I take 50 mg of zinc daily. Is it OK, or, I’m taking zinc in excess? Does it cause zinc toxicity, when taken in excess?
A: You are taking too much zinc. No more than 40 mg a day is recommended. Too much zinc can...
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Q: I like to eat nuts as a snack. I have noticed that after I eat unsalted peanuts, my blood pressure gets very high. Is there a particular reason for that?
A: Perhaps you have a mild food allergy to peanuts. You should mention your problem...
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Q: Are there any scientific reasons for higher blood pressure readings in African American men than others?
A: Much research is going on trying to explain why specific populations are at risk for a disease. To my knowledge, no single factor has yet been found to...
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Q: What’s your opinion on home blood pressure monitors. Are they accurate?
A: Used properly, home blood pressure monitors are accurate. Like any piece of equipment, some models are nicer than others. Subscribers might want to read which models Consumer reports like the best here at...
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Q: Does taking Q10 lower the effects of hypertension medication?
A: It is possible that taking Co-enzyme Q10 may make blood pressure lowering drugs more effective. It may boost the effects of blood pressure medicine. To learn more about Co-enzyme Q10 go to this page on...
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Q: I was forced by my Medicare insurance company to change from Hyzaar brand to the generic. However, I was unable to take it because I had adverse effects and even an allergic effect within one week of its use. Why, if they claim they...
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Q: Does iodized table salt increase blood pressure more than regular salt?
A: Iodine is added to salt to prevent thyroid disease. The presence of iodine in salt does not change the effect of sodium on blood pressure. To learn more about the many different kinds...
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