Question 1

i have low blood pressure, so have to be careful with meds i take.  can low dose aspirin or allegra (fexofenadine) allergy meds lower blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

No Not likely: Neither of these drugs have any effect on your blood pressure.
Low blood pressure is not a disease, so do not list it as such. BP on the lower end of the normal range is actually a good thing as long as you do not feel dizzy or faint when you stand up from a lying or sitting position. Most people can tolerate BP as low as 100/60 mm.

Question 2

high blood pressure. take low dose aspirin 80mg about 3 times weekly. hear now that it's harmful and cause early death. is that true?

Accepted Answer

Aspirin: The latest data support that there is no indication and can cause more harm, if aspirin is taken for what we call "primary prevention". Primary prevention is if one is taking aspirin to prevent a cardiovascular event and does not have a previous cardiovascular event.

Question 3

i have high blood pressure should i take low dose aspirin daily? i know theres studies that say not recommended anymore because may cause more harm.

Accepted Answer

Cut out aspirin: unless you have had a previous MI, stroke or cardiac event. Aspirin recently shown to be non-effective in prevention of disease.

Question 4

if research shows possible problematic medical issues in taking a daily low dose aspirin is it best to not take? 68yrs old female, high blood pressure

Accepted Answer

Recent: Recent studies have shown with no history of heart issues taking baby asprin a day did not prevent a first heart attack.However for 30 plus years some research shows does decrease colon cancer.See primary and discuss risk of aspein vs benefit to come to decisions.p

Question 5

taking metoprolol 25mg daily. will taking 81mg (low dose) aspirin raise blood pressure? bp usually normal with metoprolol.  i took one aspirin several hours ago & checked bp was 127/90. drank soda & ate a candy bar an hour before checking bp.

Accepted Answer

NO: Low dose ASA will not affect your blood pressure. (In fact regular dose aspirin has not been implicated at therapeutic levels.
Hope this is helpful!
DrZ

Question 6

on my own i have been taking 1 baby aspirin every day for almost 3 years. how do i safely cut back. i am 69, female. i really haven't had a exam in many years. i have  hiatal hernia. blood pressure normal to low.

Accepted Answer

First : First let me address the fact that you have not had an exam in many years. You need a physical exam and routine screening (pap, mammogram, bone density testing, colon cancer screening etc.). As far is the Aspirin is concerned. It is good for heart health however it can cause bleeding and worsen some conditions (i.e.Ulcers). You should start to wean off now and ask your doctor if it is recommended to continue. Start taking one every other day for a few weeks then down to twice a week, by then you can be advised by your doctor on how you should proceed.
Take care.

Question 7

high blood pressure. nose bleeds sometimes.take low dose aspirin every other day. new study says don't take, harmful, have healthy lifestyle. true?

Accepted Answer

ASA: Aspirin in a low dose of 10 MG is prescribed as cardio protective and is not harmful. However aspirin Ca cause increased risk of bleeding,especially in sensitive individuals. If your nose bleeding is increasing then you you may consider stopping the aspirin. Good Luck

Question 8

is low blood pressure bad for me?

Accepted Answer

Only if symptomatic: Only if it causes you to be dizzy or faint or if it unusual for you.

Question 9

is low blood pressure hereditary?

Accepted Answer

Low BP h2?: in general BP is inherited. So if your parents/family have low BP yours will likely be lower.  This becomes evident by 6 months of age. Some known causes of low BP are also inherited. So you need a detailed history for the causes of low BP, a good PE with BP MEASURED supine, seated, standing and after exercise. Then some lab tested directed by the Hx and PE. Start by seeing internist.

Question 10

how to remove low blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

Depends on the cause: Depends on cause rehydrate, replace electrolytes, stop BP lowering meds, treat sepsis, mi adrenal dysfunction etc.

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I have low blood pressure, so have to be careful with meds i take. can low dose aspirin or allegra (fexofenadine) allergy meds lower blood pressure?

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High blood pressure. take low dose aspirin 80mg about 3 times weekly. hear now that it's harmful and cause early death. is that true?

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I have high blood pressure should i take low dose aspirin daily? i know theres studies that say not recommended anymore because may cause more harm.

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If research shows possible problematic medical issues in taking a daily low dose aspirin is it best to not take? 68yrs old female, high blood pressure

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Taking metoprolol 25mg daily. will taking 81mg (low dose) aspirin raise blood pressure? bp usually normal with metoprolol. i took one aspirin several hours ago & checked bp was 127/90. drank soda & ate a candy bar an hour before checking bp.

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On my own i have been taking 1 baby aspirin every day for almost 3 years. how do i safely cut back. i am 69, female. i really haven't had a exam in many years. i have hiatal hernia. blood pressure normal to low.

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High blood pressure. nose bleeds sometimes.take low dose aspirin every other day. new study says don't take, harmful, have healthy lifestyle. true?

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Is low blood pressure bad for me?

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