A member asked:

My doctor said my bp was consistant enough to stop losartan 100 mg while i did accupuncture for bp. would cutting down to 50mg/day provide benefit?

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Dr. Jan Lei Iwata answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Take daily BP: at home morning and night. Then, acupuncture is very calming, and helps balance the heart meridian & others. After acupuncture, remeasure it.The effects of acupuncture lasts 2 days, so try going every other day at the lower dose, while keeping it at the same normal dose on the other days.See if your BP remains stable for a few weeks.Then, if so, try it at the 50 mg dose daily & Ck back with UR MD!

Answered 9/4/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Acupuncture: Although you have been provided some sensible advice - I usually recommend discussing this with your medical provider before making any changes to medication regimen.

Answered 5/2/2017

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