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I am currently taking olmesartan/hctz (40/25) 1 daily, and metoprolol xl 50 2x daily and pressure is up to 165/82. is there anything else i can add to help bring the pressure down? thanks?

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Dr. Evan Kardon answered

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Hypertension : Indeed, there are MANY blood pressure medications. It is common to need medication adjustments to optimize blood pressure. And of course a low sodium (salt) diet is essential.

Answered 2/21/2021

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A member asked:

I am currently taking olmesartan/hctz (40/25) 1 daily, and metoprolol xl 50 2x daily and pressure is up to 165/82. is there anything else i can add to help bring the pressure down? thanks?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Evan Kardon answered

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