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How Long Should Exforge And Atenolol Be Taken To Lower BP?

I just started using exforge 10/160 with atenolol 50mg for 3 days now. Although the headache has significantly reduced but my blood pressure reading on my digital bp machine is about 150/90. Do I still have to take it for a longer period to have a reduced blood pressure;
Fri, 9 Jun 2017
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Hello,

Yes, the medication should be continued until you are reviewed by your doctor. If at that review, the blood pressure is still elevated then the medication regimen may need to be changed.

Atenolol may possibly be substituted since it is not used for high blood pressure as commonly now as it was previously though it can still be effective in some people.

Diet changes and activity also help with blood pressure control. There is a type of diet called the DASH diet that is specifically for people with high blood pressure.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Michelle Gibson James
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How Long Should Exforge And Atenolol Be Taken To Lower BP?

Hello, Yes, the medication should be continued until you are reviewed by your doctor. If at that review, the blood pressure is still elevated then the medication regimen may need to be changed. Atenolol may possibly be substituted since it is not used for high blood pressure as commonly now as it was previously though it can still be effective in some people. Diet changes and activity also help with blood pressure control. There is a type of diet called the DASH diet that is specifically for people with high blood pressure. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Michelle Gibson James