Could my chest pain, which sometimes feels like a muscle ache when pressed but other times feels deeper, be a side effect of my blood pressure medications (previously Nebicard and Tazloc, now benidipine), and what further tests should I consider since my chest X-ray, heart ultrasound, and ECG were normal? | Apollo Pharmacy

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Could my chest pain, which sometimes feels like a muscle ache when pressed but other times feels deeper, be a side effect of my blood pressure medications (previously Nebicard and Tazloc, now benidipine), and what further tests should I consider since my chest X-ray, heart ultrasound, and ECG were normal?

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Could my chest pain, which sometimes feels like a muscle ache when pressed but other times feels deeper, be a side effect of my blood pressure medications (previously Nebicard and Tazloc, now benidipine), and what further tests should I consider since my chest X-ray, heart ultrasound, and ECG were normal?

Asked by Male, 34 · 4 days ago

Chandrakanta Jena

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4 days ago

It is very reassuring that your ECG, X-ray, and heart ultrasound are normal. Your current blood pressure medicine, benidipine, and previous ones like Nebicard (nebivolol) and Tazloc (telmisartan) rarely cause chest pain, though benidipine can sometimes cause mild muscle discomfort. Since your pain feels tender to the touch, it might be musculoskeletal. However, for the deeper sensation, you could discuss a Treadmill Test (stress test) with your doctor to fully evaluate your heart under exertion, or consider checking for acid reflux, which often mimics deep chest pain. Please share these normal results with your doctor to plan the best next steps.

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Could my chest pain, which sometimes feels like a muscle ache when pressed but other times feels deeper, be a side effect of my blood pressure medications (previously Nebicard and Tazloc, now benidipine), and what further tests should I consider since my chest X-ray, heart ultrasound, and ECG were normal?

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