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What Causes Dizziness When I Am Taking Treatment For High BP
I have high BP and recently prescribed a water pill, low dose hydrochlorizaide, I have been suffering from dizziness and think it may be low potassium, I feel better after I have eaten a banana and some electrolye drink, such as Gatorade or Vit Water. The dizziness only lasts till afternoon, so I think it must be dietry related?
Fri, 26 May 2017
Hi, first of all I want to know whether you are a diabetic or not. If you are a diabetic and on insulin or oral medicine then it may be due to hypoglycemia.
The dizziness may be due to thiazide induced hypotension ( excessive fall of BP). Low potassium and sodium can happen with thiazide intake, but less likely with lower doses. Next time plz check your BP when you feel dizzy, and also get serum sodium and potassium level done. If the dizziness is due to excessive fall of BP then better take the medicine at bed time. Thanks
The dizziness may be due to thiazide induced hypotension ( excessive fall of BP). Low potassium and sodium can happen with thiazide intake, but less likely with lower doses. Next time plz check your BP when you feel dizzy, and also get serum sodium and potassium level done. If the dizziness is due to excessive fall of BP then better take the medicine at bed time. Thanks
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