My blood pressure remains consistently high at 190/120 mmHg even after taking my medication. Despite having no symptoms like blurred vision or dizziness, it is not reducing. What should my next steps be, and does my medication need to be adjusted?

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My blood pressure remains consistently high at 190/120 mmHg even after taking my medication. Despite having no symptoms like blurred vision or dizziness, it is not reducing. What should my next steps be, and does my medication need to be adjusted?

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My blood pressure remains consistently high at 190/120 mmHg even after taking my medication. Despite having no symptoms like blurred vision or dizziness, it is not reducing. What should my next steps be, and does my medication need to be adjusted?

Asked by Male, 55 · 8 hours ago

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

8 hours ago

A blood pressure reading of 190/120 mmHg is significantly elevated, even if you feel completely fine. Your immediate next step should be to contact your doctor today or visit an urgent care facility for a prompt evaluation. Please do not take extra doses of your prescribed medication without professional guidance. Your current treatment plan will likely need to be adjusted, which may involve changing your dosage or adding a different class of medication to safely manage your pressure. Seeking professional medical advice today is the safest and most effective way to address this.

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My blood pressure remains consistently high at 190/120 mmHg even after taking my medication. Despite having no symptoms like blurred vision or dizziness, it is not reducing. What should my next steps be, and does my medication need to be adjusted?

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My blood pressure remains consistently high at 190/120 mmHg even after taking my medication. Despite having no symptoms like blurred vision or dizziness, it is not reducing. What should my next steps be, and does my medication need to be adjusted?

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