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My blood pressure was 158/98 i'm on olmetec plus 20/12.5 now it's 95/65 i'm 39 i was 232 lb now 200 exercise 6 days changed diet can i get off these?

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Discuss with Ur DOC: Generally patients who lose substantial weight, modify their diet may be able to get off b/p meds under the supervision of their doctor.

Answered 12/17/2013

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Dr. Jon Ahrendsen answered

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Ask your Dr.: From the info you gave it looks possible, but your doctor know your situation the best.

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