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What Causes Rise In BP Levels After Discontinuing Atacand?
Question: I have been taking atacand 16 mg for several years due to having mild/moderate cardiomyopathy. When I started taking it my blood pressure was fine. It has remained fine while taking it. I have stopped taking it so that my respiratory physician can check if it is causing a chronic morning cough. Since stopping it I have found my blood pressure is very high 153 systolic and 85 diastolic. I am 71 years old.
Brief Answer:
Take Atacand until you see your doctor
Detailed Answer:
Dear Mrs,
Cough can be a very rare side effect of Atacand.
If you have been taking Atacand for several years, it's abrupt discontinuation could cause increase in blood pressure.
I would advise you to start taking the medication, then see your doctor. I think the best way will be to prescribe another medication for some time and see whether the cough stops.
Hope I could help you
Wishing you good health
In case of further questions don't hesitate to ask
Regards,
Take Atacand until you see your doctor
Detailed Answer:
Dear Mrs,
Cough can be a very rare side effect of Atacand.
If you have been taking Atacand for several years, it's abrupt discontinuation could cause increase in blood pressure.
I would advise you to start taking the medication, then see your doctor. I think the best way will be to prescribe another medication for some time and see whether the cough stops.
Hope I could help you
Wishing you good health
In case of further questions don't hesitate to ask
Regards,
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