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Is it dangerous to only take the high blood pressure pills the er prescribed to you once in while, when i can tell i need them?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Blood Pressure : Nope. To treat blood pressure you take a pill per day. You should inform your family physician these have been ordered for you and ask when they want to see you for follow up.Take your medication.

Answered 7/16/2018

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