Question 1

can i take phentermine 37.5 diet pill with high blood pressure medicine ?

Accepted Answer

Phentermine: I can't really answer this question because you didn't say which high blood pressure medication you are taking.  However, i don't know too many physicians on healthtap who would recommend taking diet pills for weight loss. Weight loss requires physical activity & healthy nutrition with calories burned exceeding calories consumed. Take care.

Question 2

is decaf or regular coffee ok when taking phentermine 30mg and having controlled high blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

Either: Is okay. Coffee with caffeine may may you a little jittery and may add to possible Insomnia. Take only a cup or two before 12 noon as it cans last up to 11 hours

Question 3

can i take mucinex (guaifenesin) with my high blood pressure medicine?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It should not be a problem.

Question 4

what to do if i took a high blood pressure medicine by mistake!!?

Accepted Answer

You should be fine: One dose of a blood pressure medication is not likely to cause a problem, even if you don't have high blood pressure. However, if you are taking other medications it would be a good idea to call your physician to make sure that the blood pressure medication does not interact with your other medications.

Question 5

can i take b12 if i am on high blood pressure medicine?

Accepted Answer

Yes: I am not aware of significant interaction between vitamin B12 and blood pressure medications, although without knowing exactly which medication, it is not possible to give you an exact answer.

Question 6

what are the side effects of high blood pressure medicine?

Accepted Answer

Many, but...: Every medicine has its own personality, so to speak. So, it is important to take each medicine separately. It is important to weigh the benefit of treating hypertension vs the risk of every medicine. Also, remember that side effects of a medicine vary from a patient to another. Therefore, you need to go over your brochures of medicines and take your concerns to your doctor for face to face answers.

Question 7

are you suppose to still   take high blood pressure medicine  if your blood pressure is 117/73 and  109/74   thanks?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but...: Do not abruptly discontinue drugs for hypertension although it is possible to slowly adjust down their dosage in conjunction with lifestyle modification. So, keeping on taking anti-hypertensives until re-evaluated by your doctor.

Question 8

is there any high blood pressure medicine without hydrochlorothiazide?

Accepted Answer

Blood pressure : there are lots of anti hypertension meds without hydrochlorothiazide

Question 9

please advise if it's okay to do a mild colon cleanse (with herbs in it) if you are taking high blood pressure medicine?

Accepted Answer

Colon cleanse: A  mild colon cleanse such as a prep for GI procedure usually isn't a problem but doesn't have 'herbs' associated.  The risk comes in placing unknown 'herbs' into the colon where they could be absorbed and cause problems.

Question 10

what kind of medicine can you take for lower back pain while on high blood pressure medicine?

Accepted Answer

Ask your doctor: There are many different types of medicine for back pain and many for high blood pressure. It is best to check with your doctor. A pharmacist can also give you information about drug interactions.

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Can i take phentermine 37.5 diet pill with high blood pressure medicine ?

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Is decaf or regular coffee ok when taking phentermine 30mg and having controlled high blood pressure?

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Can i take mucinex (guaifenesin) with my high blood pressure medicine?

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What to do if i took a high blood pressure medicine by mistake!!?

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Can i take b12 if i am on high blood pressure medicine?

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What are the side effects of high blood pressure medicine?

A member asked:

Are you suppose to still take high blood pressure medicine if your blood pressure is 117/73 and 109/74 thanks?

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Is there any high blood pressure medicine without hydrochlorothiazide?

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Please advise if it's okay to do a mild colon cleanse (with herbs in it) if you are taking high blood pressure medicine?

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What kind of medicine can you take for lower back pain while on high blood pressure medicine?

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