Blood Pressure Articles A-Z
Hydrochlorothiazide Alternatives
Hydrochlorothiazide alternatives for blood pressure control include lifestyle changes or other medications. This eMedTV article also discusses hydrochlorothiazide alternatives for treating water retention, which may include other diuretic medicines.
Hydrochlorothiazide and Hair Loss
Hair loss appears to be one of the possible side effects of hydrochlorothiazide. However, as this eMedTV page explains, hair loss is common in the general population, so it's difficult to determine whether hydrochlorothiazide actually causes it.
Hydrochlorothiazide and Pregnancy
As this eMedTV resource explains, hydrochlorothiazide is a pregnancy Category B drug (in pregnant animal studies, the drug did not appear to pose any risks to the developing fetus). This page offers an overview of hydrochlorothiazide and pregnancy.
The recommended starting dose of hydrochlorothiazide for high blood pressure is 25 mg once daily. This eMedTV segment also lists hydrochlorothiazide dosage recommendations for treating fluid retention and discusses dosing for children.
Hydrochlorothiazide Drug Interactions
This eMedTV resource lists medicines that may potentially cause hydrochlorothiazide drug interactions, such as narcotics, lithium, or colestipol. These interactions can cause very low blood pressure or high blood sugar levels, among other things.
Hydrochlorothiazide overdose symptoms may include weakness, fainting, or vomiting. This section of the eMedTV archives offers a more detailed list of other possible overdose symptoms, overdose effects, and treatment options that are available.
Hydrochlorothiazide Sexual Side Effects
For those who are taking hydrochlorothiazide, sexual side effects (such as impotence) may occur. This eMedTV page discusses the possible link between hydrochlorothiazide and impotence and offers information on what to do if sexual side effects occur.
Hydrochlorothiazide Warnings and Precautions
This section of the eMedTV site offers several hydrochlorothiazide warnings and precautions, such as possible side effects to look out for (including extreme low blood pressure) and certain people who should not take the drug.
Hyzaar is a prescription medicine used to treat high blood pressure. This selection from the eMedTV archives explains how this drug works and offers detailed information on the effects, dosages, and potential side effects of Hyzaar.
As this eMedTV Web page explains, Hyzaar poses some health risks to an unborn child. This article offers an overview of Hyzaar and pregnancy, including information on the FDA's pregnancy category system.
As this eMedTV article explains, the recommended Hyzaar dosage for people with high blood pressure will vary between Hyzaar 50 mg/12.5 mg and Hyzaar 100 mg/25 mg once a day. This resource also explores general Hyzaar dosing guidelines.
This section of the eMedTV archives takes an in-depth look at potential Hyzaar drug interactions with medications such as narcotics, insulin, and diuretics. This page also explores how these drug interactions can potentially affect your health.
It is possible to overdose on Hyzaar. As this portion of the eMedTV library explains, you should seek medical attention immediately if you experience Hyzaar overdose symptoms, such as vomiting, dizziness, or a decrease in urine output.
Hyzaar Precautions and Warnings
This eMedTV page outlines Hyzaar precautions and warnings -- for example, prior to taking Hyzaar, you should tell your doctor if you have heart disease, asthma, or allergies. This Web page also explains who should avoid taking this medication.
This eMedTV segment lists several of the most common Hyzaar side effects, including low potassium levels, an infection (such as the common cold or flu), and dizziness. This article also talks about the more severe and rare side effects of this drug.
A healthcare provider may prescribe Hyzaar to lower high blood pressure in adults. This eMedTV page explains that the uses of Hyzaar will not cure high blood pressure, but it can help decrease the risks that occur with long-term high blood pressure.
Hyzaar has been shown to lower blood pressure in adults, but it is not a cure for high blood pressure. This eMedTV page discusses how Hyzaar helps decrease the risk of having a heart attack or a stroke. Hyzar is a common misspelling of Hyzaar.
This eMedTV article describes how ideal blood pressure can vary from person to person based on factors such as family history. Because ideal blood pressure can vary, it's best to take readings over several days to determine what is normal for you.
This eMedTV page explores Inderal, a prescription drug used to treat several conditions related to the heart and blood vessels, such as atrial fibrillation and hypertension. This page also contains information on dosing, side effects, and strengths.
It's impossible to say for certain whether Inderal causes depression. This eMedTV page lists depression symptoms, such as a persistent sad, anxious, or "empty" mood, and advises talking to your doctor if you're taking Inderal and depression occurs.
Based on data from previous clinical trials, dry eyes don't appear to be an Inderal side effect. This page on the eMedTV Web site advises you to talk with your doctor if you're taking Inderal and dry eyes becomes a problem.
As this portion of the eMedTV archives explains, it is not known exactly how often hair loss occurs in people taking Inderal. This page instructs you to talk with your doctor if you're taking Inderal and hair loss becomes a problem.
It's difficult to know how closely Inderal and impotence are linked, although it is a reported side effect. This eMedTV resource defines impotence and discusses factors that may contribute to its development in some people taking Inderal.
As this eMedTV Web page explains, there is a documented link between Inderal and low blood sugar. If you're taking Inderal and symptoms occur, such as dizziness and cold sweats, contact your doctor right away or seek emergency medical care.
This eMedTV page advises talking to your doctor if you're taking Inderal and pregnancy occurs (or if you would like to become pregnant while taking it). The results of previous studies suggest that Inderal can possibly harm an unborn child.
This eMedTV page lists things you can do if you're taking Inderal and weight gain occurs (like limiting alcohol intake). This page also warns that rapid weight gain and swelling can signify congestive heart failure in some people taking Inderal.
When treating high blood pressure, 40 mg of Inderal may be prescribed, taken twice a day. This eMedTV page explains Inderal dosage information for other conditions (like angina and migraines) and factors that can affect dosing (like your age).
Inderal drug interactions can potentially occur with reserpine, warfarin, alcohol, and other drugs. This eMedTV page describes how these drug interactions can change the way the body metabolizes the drugs and cause dizziness, among other things.
This eMedTV page warns that an Inderal overdose can potentially be fatal. Therefore, if you take an overdose, seek medical attention right away. This page lists overdose symptoms (like wheezing) and treatment options (like fluids through an IV).
Inderal Precautions and Warnings
This eMedTV page lists several Inderal precautions and warnings to be aware of, such as potential drug interactions and the drug's effect on a fetus. This page also advises asking your doctor about any precautions and warnings that may apply to you.
This eMedTV article lists Inderal side effects, including common ones, like insomnia, diarrhea, nausea, and asthma, as well as side effects that should be reported right away, such as chest pain and cold, tingling, or numbness in the hands or feet.
As this eMedTV page explains, Inderal has been licensed to treat numerous conditions, including high blood pressure, atrial fibrillation, and angina symptoms, among other things. This page also lists off-label Inderal uses, such as treating anxiety.
Inderal is a prescription drug that treats several conditions related to the heart and blood vessels. This eMedTV page covers specific Inderal uses (like treating angina symptoms), dosing, and strengths. Indural is a common misspelling of Inderal.
Inderal could pose an increased risk to a fetus if taken during pregnancy. This eMedTV Web page advises talking to your doctor if you're taking Inderal and pregnancy occurs. Indural and pregnancy is a common misspelling of Inderal and pregnancy.
Aliskiren-HCTZ is a medicine prescribed to control high blood pressure. This eMedTV Web segment discusses the drug, including possible drug interactions, warnings, side effects, dosing, and uses.
Information on High Blood Pressure
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This video clip offers an introduction to high blood pressure.
Isradipine is a prescription drug that is used for treating high blood pressure. This eMedTV article explains how isradipine works and lists possible side effects of the medicine. Isradapine is a common misspelling of isradipine.
Isradipine is a medicine that is available by prescription to treat high blood pressure. This eMedTV article explains how isradipine works, provides dosing information for the medicine, and lists possible side effects that may occur during treatment.
Isradipine dosing should not exceed 5 mg daily. As this eMedTV Web page explains, while most people start with an isradipine dose of 2.5 mg twice daily, dosing can be increased (up to a maximum of 5 mg) or decreased as needed.
Isradipine is an oral medicine used for treating high blood pressure. This eMedTV segment discusses the drug, including dosing, side effects, warnings, and precautions.
A healthcare provider may prescribe Calan to treat angina, high blood pressure, and arrhythmias. This eMedTV article explores some potential side effects of Calan and offers general dosing information. Kalan is a common misspelling of Calan.
This eMedTV article explains that Calan works to treat high blood pressure, chest pain, and irregular heart rhythms. This page also describes dosing guidelines, possible side effects, and overdose symptoms. Kalen is a common misspelling of Calan.
Calan, a drug used to treat angina, high blood pressure, and arrhythmias, works by relaxing blood vessels. This eMedTV page offers a brief overview of Calan, including dosing tips and possible side effects. Kalin is a common misspelling of Calan.
Labetalol is a prescription medication that can be used to control high blood pressure. This eMedTV article offers an overview of labetalol, including tips on how to best take the medication and details about common side effects of the drug.
Less than 1 percent of patients reported experiencing dry eyes while taking labetalol. As this eMedTV page explains, when it comes to labetalol and dry eyes, it's often difficult to tell if the eye dryness is actually a side effect of the drug.
There are many side effects associated with labetalol, and hair loss is one of them. As explained in this eMedTV article, hair loss is a side effect that occurred in less than 1 percent of patients taking labetalol in clinical trials.
The use of labetalol during pregnancy may increase the risk for health problems in a fetus. This eMedTV Web page discusses labetalol and pregnancy, including information on the results of studies involving pregnant animals.
Gradual weight gain does not appear to be a side effect of labetalol. This eMedTV resource discusses labetalol and weight gain and explains that a rapid gain in weight while on the drug may be a sign of a serious health condition.
For people just starting labetalol, dosing typically begins at 100 mg twice daily. This section of the eMedTV library discusses the typical labetalol dose used to maintain blood pressure and discusses how to best take the medication.
If you take too much labetalol, overdose symptoms may include trouble breathing, seizures, and fainting. This eMedTV resource lists other possible symptoms of a labetalol overdose and describes how such an overdose is treated.
In the case of labetalol, sexual side effects of the drug may include impotence and Peyronie's disease. This eMedTV segment discusses sexual side effects that were reported in studies of labetalol, such as ejaculation failure.
Common labetalol side effects may include fatigue, nasal stuffiness, or nausea. This part of the eMedTV Web site also lists less common problems and serious side effects that require medical attention, such as confusion or vomiting.
Labetalol is a prescription drug that is licensed to treat high blood pressure in adults. This page on the eMedTV Web site discusses labetalol and its uses, effects, and possible side effects. Labetolol is a common misspelling of labetalol.
This eMedTV page lists potential labetalol side effects, such as fatigue, nausea, or dry eyes. Rare side effects, as well as problems that should be reported, are also listed. Labetolol side effects is a common misspelling of labetalol side effects.
This eMedTV article explains how Lasix works to decrease blood volume to help treat high blood pressure and fluid retention. This resource also outlines some possible symptoms of a Lasix overdose. Lasex is a common misspelling of Lasix.
Lasix is a prescription drug that is used to treat high blood pressure and fluid retention. This eMedTV segment explains how Lasix works and describes the factors that will determine your dosage. Lasics is a common misspelling of Lasix.
Lasix is a prescription medicine that is used to treat fluid retention and high blood pressure. This eMedTV article explains how Lasix works to decrease blood volume, offers tips for when and how to take the drug, and lists potential side effects.
Lasix alternatives for blood pressure control include lifestyle changes or other medications. This eMedTV resource also discusses Lasix alternatives for treating water retention, such as taking other diuretics or limiting your salt intake.
While Lasix does pass through breast milk, it still may be safe for you to breastfeed while on this drug. This eMedTV page explains the research that has been conducted on Lasix and breastfeeding, and describes what to watch for in your nursing baby.
It may not be safe to take Lasix during pregnancy, as the drug could cause harm to the unborn child. This eMedTV Web page explains the results of animal studies involving Lasix and pregnancy, where the drug caused death of both mother and baby.
The recommended starting Lasix dose for high blood pressure is 40 mg twice daily. This eMedTV resource also outlines the Lasix dosage recommendations for treating fluid retention and discusses dosing guidelines for children and infants.
This eMedTV page lists medicines that may potentially cause Lasix drug interactions, such as hydrocortisone, lithium, or NSAIDs. These interactions can cause low potassium levels or increase your risk of permanent hearing loss, among other things.
Lasix overdose symptoms may include weakness, dizziness, or vomiting. This portion of the eMedTV library offers a more detailed list of other possible overdose symptoms, overdose effects, and some of the treatment options that are available.
This portion of the eMedTV archives contains a list of potential side effects of Lasix, such as headaches, vertigo, and anemia. This resource also outlines some of the more serious Lasix side effects that require immediate medical attention.
Lasix is approved to treat high blood pressure and water retention. This portion of the eMedTV library describes these Lasix uses in more detail, explains how Lasix works, and discusses possible off-label uses of the medicine.
Lasix Warnings and Precautions
This eMedTV article offers several Lasix warnings and precautions, such as those relating to the risk of high blood sugar, the possibility of hearing loss, and possible pregnancy risks. This page also explains who should not take the drug.
| Lifestyle Changes for Controlling High Blood Pressure |
Lifestyle changes are the first form of treatment for high blood pressure. This video clip explain lifestyle choices
This eMedTV page briefly describes lisinopril, a drug used to treat high blood pressure and congestive heart failure. This page covers how the drug works and common side effects. Lisenopril is a common misspelling of lisinopril.
Lisinopril is used to treat heart failure and other conditions related to the heart and blood vessels. This eMedTV page provides a brief overview of the drug, including how and when to take it. Lisinepril is a common misspelling of lisinopril.
This eMedTV Web page explores lisinopril, a drug used to treat conditions related to the heart and blood vessels (such as congestive heart failure). This page covers lisinopril effects and dosing. Lisinipril is a common misspelling of lisinopril.
Common side effects of lisinopril, as this segment of the eMedTV archives explains, include fatigue and nausea. A link to more detailed information is also provided. Lisinipril side effects is a common misspelling of side effects of lisinopril.