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I have one kidney.my blood pressure goes up and down. and sometimes it reaches 140/100..mostly 130/90.,by taking amlopidine tab. suggest me?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Nephrologist input: and follow up is what you really need, with suitable medications to control your blood pressure and preserve your single kidney. Many people have a single kidney and have lived long productive lives , best wishes

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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Ok thanks. One more question - is there any bad reactions with the spices rosemary, sage, cinnamon with the blood pressure medicine called Norvasc (amlodipine) ?

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My blood pressure reading was 140/90 & i take meds.(azor (amlodipine and olmesartan) 10/40)..Is this cause for concern?

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Hi, am 30 year old. My high blood pressure. I am taking Norvasc (amlodipine) 5mg fr , but stil BP various between 140/90 is there any side effects. Of norvasc (amlodipine)?

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