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What happens if someone with normal blood pressure of 120/80 takes an angiotensin receptor blocker daily, with an average reduction of 8 systolic/5 diastolic would it make them sick or damage their heart?

Q: what happens if someone with normal blood pressure of 120/80 takes an angiotensin receptor blocker daily, with an average reduction of 8 systolic/5 diastolic would it make them sick or damage their heart?

: A mild decrease in blood pressure should not cause any problems. Possibly some lightheadedness or dizziness on standing. It should not damage the heart.

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A mild decrease in blood pressure should not cause any problems. Possibly some lightheadedness or dizziness on standing. It should not damage the heart.

Answered 12/14/2022

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A member asked:

What happens if someone with normal blood pressure of 120/80 takes an angiotensin receptor blocker daily, with an average reduction of 8 systolic/5 diastolic would it make them sick or damage their heart?

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