Blood Pressure Articles A-Z

Norvasc Indications

Norvasc indications include using the drug to treat high blood pressure and certain types of angina. This eMedTV segment discusses these and other uses of Norvasc, including the treatment of migraines and cluster headaches.

Norvasc Information

Norvasc Interactions

Drugs such as antacids, antibiotics, and digoxin can all be taken safely with Norvasc. In fact, as this eMedTV segment explains, there are currently no medications that are known to have any apparent Norvasc interactions.

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Norvasc Negative Side Effects

Norvasc side effects may include headache, nausea, and abdominal pain. This page on the eMedTV site lists other possible Norvasc negative side effects, both common and rare, and describes how frequently they occur.

Norvasc Other Uses

This eMedTV article explains that although Norvasc is typically used to treat high blood pressure, other uses of Norvasc can include treatment of conditions such as Raynaud's syndrome and heart failure. This page covers the "off-label" uses of this drug.

Norvasc Overdose

Fast heart rate, dizziness, and low blood pressure are possible signs of a Norvasc overdose. This eMedTV page gives an overview of the symptoms a person might experience after taking too much Norvasc, as well as treatment options that are available.

Norvasc Precautions and Warnings

If you have liver disease or liver failure, your body may not metabolize Norvasc as well as it should. This eMedTV page offers other Norvasc precautions and warnings, including potential side effects of the medication.

Norvasc Side Affects

Common side effects of Norvasc include heart palpitations, fatigue, and swelling. This page on the eMedTV Web site briefly discusses some of the possible side effects of this drug. Norvasc side affects is a common misspelling of Norvasc side effects.

Norvasc Side Effects

Common Norvasc side effects may include fatigue, dizziness, and swelling. As this eMedTV resource explains, there are also more serious, but rare, Norvasc side effects that may occur, including dry mouth, insomnia, and hot flashes.

Norvasc Sideeffects

Side effects of Norvasc can range from swelling and fatigue to vomiting and sexual problems. This eMedTV segment offers a list of side effects that can occur with Norvasc. Norvasc sideeffects is a common misspelling of Norvasc side effects.

Norvasc Tab

As this eMedTV page explains, Norvasc tablets are licensed for several uses, such as treatment of high blood pressure, angina, and coronary artery disease. This page lists other uses for the Norvasc tab and offers an overview of how the drug works.

Norvasc Uses

As this eMedTV article explains, regular use of Norvasc can help lower blood pressure, reduce risks that occur with long-term high blood pressure, and ease angina. This page discusses these approved uses in detail, including how the medication works.

Norvase

This page of the eMedTV library explains how the prescription medication Norvasc works to treat several heart and blood vessel conditions. This page also offers some tips for when and how to take the drug. Norvase is a common misspelling of Norvasc.

Norvask

Norvasc is a drug that is used for the treatment of high blood pressure, angina, and other conditions. This eMedTV page offers a brief overview of the drug and provides a link to more detailed information. Norvask is a common misspelling of Norvasc.

Norvast

As this eMedTV page explains, Norvasc is a prescription medication used to treat several heart and blood vessel conditions. This page offers a brief overview of dosing tips and possible side effects. Norvast is a common misspelling of Norvasc.

Norvesc

Norvasc is a drug that is approved for the treatment of angina, high blood pressure, and other conditions. This eMedTV resource briefly discusses this drug and provides a description of how it works. Norvesc is a common misspelling of Norvasc.

Oretic

Oretic is a type of diuretic used for the treatment of fluid retention and high blood pressure. This eMedTV Web page offers detailed information on the drug, including its uses, potential side effects, and effects.

Perindopril

Perindopril is a medication that is licensed for treating high blood pressure. This section of the eMedTV Web site explains how the drug works and its available strengths. Information on how the drug should be taken and side effects is also included.

Perindopril Dosing

Perindopril dosing generally starts at 4 mg once daily. As this eMedTV Web page explains, after the medication is started, the normal daily dose will most likely be 4 mg to 8 mg, either taken as a single dose or divided into two smaller doses.

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Perindopril Uses

Perindopril uses generally include the treatment of high blood pressure. This part of the eMedTV library describes how the drug works and explains how it can control blood pressure and reduce the risks that accompany long-term high blood pressure.

Physical Symptoms of High Blood Pressure

You don't need to show physical symptoms of high blood pressure to have hypertension. This segment of the eMedTV archives discusses symptoms (such as headaches and nausea) that normally only develop after several years of having high blood pressure.

Potassium and High Blood Pressure

Doctors studying the effect of potassium on high blood pressure have proven the supplement to be of benefit. This eMedTV page explains the results of research studies, provides examples of foods high in this mineral, and offers intake recommendations.

Precautions and Warnings With Aliskiren-HCTZ

Aliskiren-HCTZ can make certain health conditions worse, such as gout or systemic lupus erythematosus. This eMedTV segment describes other important precautions and warnings with aliskiren-HCTZ, such as what to tell your doctor before using the drug.

Precautions and Warnings With Bisoprolol and Hydrochlorothiazide

You should not take bisoprolol and hydrochlorothiazide if you have severe heart failure. This eMedTV article contains other precautions and warnings with bisoprolol and hydrochlorothiazide, including more information on who should not use this drug.

Precautions and Warnings With Calcium Channel Blockers

Calcium channel blockers can cause water retention and can make chest pain worse. This portion of the eMedTV Web site describes other important calcium channel blocker warnings and precautions, including who should not take these drugs.

Precautions and Warnings With Isradipine

It is possible that isradipine may cause low blood pressure. This eMedTV Web page lists other precautions and warnings with isradipine, including information regarding the safety of using the drug if you have congestive heart failure.

Precautions and Warnings With Labetalol

In the case of labetalol, warnings and precautions to be aware of include not stopping the drug abruptly. This eMedTV Web page outlines other safety concerns for labetalol users, including information about who should not take the drug.

Precautions and Warnings With Propranolol XL

You should not take propranolol XL if you have sick sinus syndrome. This eMedTV article provides other important precautions and warnings with propranolol XL, including more information on who should not use this particular medication.

Precautions and Warnings With Torsemide

Torsemide can cause hearing loss and extremely low blood pressure. This eMedTV page lists other precautions and warnings with torsemide, explains what to tell your doctor before taking the drug, and describes who should not take torsemide.

Pregnancy and High Blood Pressure

This eMedTV article provides a detailed look at the unique health risks presented by high blood pressure and pregnancy. For example, gestational hypertension and eclampsia are only seen in pregnant women.

Prinzide

Prinzide is a prescription drug used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). This section of the eMedTV library takes a detailed look at how the medicine works, along with information about its possible side effects and tips on how to take it.

Prinzide and Pregnancy

Taking Prinzide during pregnancy may present serious health risks for the fetus. This eMedTV article covers Prinzide and pregnancy, and includes a discussion of a 2006 study concerning taking the drug during the first trimester.

Prinzide Dosing

Prinzide dosing for people with hypertension typically begins at 10 mg/12.5 mg or 20 mg/12.5 mg. This eMedTV resource covers Prinzide dosage guidelines and provides tips for when and how to take the medication.

Prinzide Drug Info

Prinzide Drug Interactions

When people take Prinzide, drug interactions may occur with lithium, diuretics, and other medications. This eMedTV resource identifies medications that may interact with Prinzide, such as ibuprofen, codeine, and cholestyramine.

Prinzide Overdose

Symptoms of a Prinzide overdose can include lightheadedness, decreased urine output, and drowsiness. This eMedTV Web page describes other symptoms that may occur in a person who has overdosed on Prinzide and discusses treatment of such an overdose.

Prinzide Precautions and Warnings

Precautions and warnings for Prinzide users include such things as avoiding potassium supplements. This eMedTV article discusses other Prinzide precautions and warnings to be aware of, such as those involving pregnancy and nursing.

Prinzide Side Effects

In people taking Prinzide, side effects most commonly include dizziness, headache, and cough. This eMedTV segment describes side effects of Prinzide, including information about rare but serious health problems that may occur with the medication.

Prinzide Uses

Prinzide uses involve lowering high blood pressure. This section of the eMedTV library explains how Prinzide is used to lower blood pressure in adults. At this point, Prinzide is not approved for use in children.

Propranolol XL

Propranolol XL is a beta blocker medication often prescribed for the treatment of high blood pressure. This eMedTV Web page describes how the medication works, explains when and how to take it, and lists some of its potential side effects.

Propranolol XL Dosage

The starting dose of propranolol XL for the treatment of high blood pressure is typically 80 mg once daily. This eMedTV article provides more detailed dosing guidelines and offers more specific information on when and how to take the drug.

Propranolol XL Drug Information

On this eMedTV Web page, the drug propranolol XL is discussed. Information includes its uses, dosing, side effects, warnings, and possible drug interactions.

Quinaretic

Quinaretic is a prescription medication that is licensed to control high blood pressure in adults. This eMedTV Web page offers a more in-depth look at this drug and its uses, effects, and potential side effects.

Quinaretic Dosing

The suggested Quinaretic dosing varies from 10 mg/12.5 mg to 20 mg/25 mg once a day. This eMedTV resource offers tips and precautions for taking the medicine and discusses the factors that may help determine a dosage recommendation.

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Reasons for High Blood Pressure

This video clip discusses possible causes of high blood pressure.

Reduce High Blood Preasure Naturally

This eMedTV article explores ways to lower your blood pressure through dietary means, such as eating more fruits and vegetables and less saturated fats. Reduce high blood preasure naturally is a common misspelling of reduce high blood pressure naturally.

Reducing High Blood Pressure

Remembering to Take Your Blood Pressure Medicine

Because you must take it daily, remembering to take your blood pressure medicine can help you avoid things like heart attack and stroke. This eMedTV resource offers tips and suggestions for remembering to take your blood pressure medicine.

Salt and High Blood Pressure

Reduce the sodium, and high blood pressure will likely go down. This eMedTV page explores the link between high blood pressure and salt. It also includes tips to reduce the amount of salt and sodium consumed.

Salt and High Blood Pressure

Salt can make your blood vessels and body tissues swell and fill with fluid.