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I take an arb (losartan) for hypertension but still notice occasional spikes due to anxiety. hr rate increases also. is a beta blocker better for this?

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Dr. Rodolfo Farhy answered

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Add betablocker: Addition of a betablocker will help to control spikes due to anxiety.

Answered 11/12/2015

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Dr. David Savage answered

Yes: Yes, but i would not add an antihypertensive medication, when maybe you should be treated for anxiety? Think about it and good luck!

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A member asked:

I take an arb (losartan) for hypertension but still notice occasional spikes due to anxiety. hr rate increases also. is a beta blocker better for this?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Rodolfo Farhy answered

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