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Will taking medication for kidney stones increase bp.

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Dr. Rex Mahnensmith answered

BP and stones: No. Medication for kidney stones typically lowers BP a bit. HCTZ (hydrochlorothiazide) is usual and this lowers BP.

Answered 8/25/2014

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