Doc increased metoperlol 12.5 1x daily to 2x daily 3 weeks ago. still upper bp range from 150-160 at times, what to do? taking ramipril 5 mg also.

Continue medications: And continue to work with your doctor. It will take time to control your blood pressure.

Discuss with doc: This is a problem that requires a face-to-face meeting with your doctor. In that meeting, your doctor will listen to you, perform a throrough examination and possibly order labs or other tests. Based on this information, he/she will be able to tell you what's wrong and what to do about it.

See below: Can increase the dose of ramipril or metoprolol further. You should also watch salt intake, increase physical activity, loose wt if overweight, use dash diet ( check on internet) and use moderation in alcohol use these may help with better control and fewer medication usage.