For high blood pressure, diuretics, commonly known as “water pills,” help your body get rid of unneeded water and salt through the urine. Getting rid of excess salt and fluid helps lower blood pressure and can make it easier for … Continue reading
Category Archives: Hypertension
High Blood Pressure and Hypertensive Crisis
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Hypertensive crisis is an umbrella term for hypertensive urgency and hypertensive emergency. These two conditions occur when blood pressure becomes very high, possibly causing organ damage. Hypertensive Urgency Hypertensive urgency occurs when blood pressure spikes — blood pressure readings are … Continue reading
Side Effects of High Blood Pressure Medications
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Any medication can cause side effects, and high blood pressure (HBP) medications are no exception. However, many people do not have side effects from taking hypertension drugs, and often the side effects are mild. Still, it’s important to stay informed … Continue reading
Medications That Cause High Blood Pressure
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High Blood Pressure and Drug Safety To make sure your medication for high blood pressure is working effectively, avoid certain other drugs because: Some medicines can make blood pressure rise. If you have high blood pressure to begin with, it … Continue reading
High Blood Pressure and Kidney Disease
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High blood pressure (hypertension) is a leading cause of kidney disease and kidney failure (end-stage renal disease). Hypertension can cause damage to the blood vessels and filters in the kidney, making removal of waste from the body difficult. Once a … Continue reading
