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What Causes Drastic Variations In BP Level In An Elderly Person?
Hi My father had BP 220-120, which diagnosed 1 week before. but now since 4 days it around 180-100,his age is about 60 year. is it now under control ? And we can continue to same medicine. kindly apprise me that how many days generally it take to reach in normal range
Tue, 21 Jun 2016
hello there
I understand your concern
A gentle reduction of blood pressure is recommended in the elderly. This one looks more stubborn and will require more dosage if not more medicines to reach normal. perhaps a week more
hope that helped
I understand your concern
A gentle reduction of blood pressure is recommended in the elderly. This one looks more stubborn and will require more dosage if not more medicines to reach normal. perhaps a week more
hope that helped
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