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What Causes Fluctuation In Blood Pressure While On Medication?

My husband is on meication for high blood pressure. The last time he was at the doctors office about 2 to 3 weeks ago his blood pressure was 126/68 The last two days his blood pressure has gone form 98/51 to this evening to 106/59 Should he call his doctor to set up an appointment to see what is going on?
Thu, 22 May 2014
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normal bp ranges from systolic 90-119 and diastolic 60- 79mmhg
although blood pressures appear to be in control with anti hypertensives it is advisable to see your doctor for any alterations in the dosages of medicines

Discuss this with your doctor and then decide.
Hope i have answered your query.
Get well soon.
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What Causes Fluctuation In Blood Pressure While On Medication?

Hello Thanks for writing to HCM normal bp ranges from systolic 90-119 and diastolic 60- 79mmhg although blood pressures appear to be in control with anti hypertensives it is advisable to see your doctor for any alterations in the dosages of medicines Discuss this with your doctor and then decide. Hope i have answered your query. Get well soon.