Hi i'm software engineer with bp on 160/100 i know very well the risk.. but i have tried 3 different type of medications and all of them have a significant impact in my focus, concentration and memory speed.. in short.. taking the medication is basically

Try again: There are many antihypertensives most of which will not affect your mental function. In addition there are some very serious dietary measures you can try as well. A BP of 160/100 at 49 yo is not something to just blow off as you are at significant risk for future serious health issues. See a cardiologist or nephrologist for evaluation. Reduce the sodium in your diet and exercise regularly.