Here are some possible side effects of common blood pressure drugs that you should report to your doctor immediately.
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ACE inhibitors: Abdominal pain, chest pain, fast heartbeat, yellowed skin, problems breathing or swallowing, signs of infection, or swelling in your lips, tongue, or throat. Sudden swelling could be a sign of a condition called angioedema, which is a medical emergency
Beta-blockers: Chest pain, problems breathing, slow or irregular… read more
The list of side effects can be overwhelming, but not everyone has all those side effects. They list potential side effects, so be alert to them. I was having a lot of fatigue with one of my medications. So the doctor reduced the dosage and things are good now. So keep track of what's bothering you.And let your doctor know right away, so he or she can adjust the dosage or try a different medication to manage symptoms. I'm so grateful my symptoms are managed very well right now with the medicines that I'm on.
Hi JimJenkins, my pulse slowed down too far (In the 40s) that my doc took me off of a med. I'm usually around 60 now but before attack I was in the 80s. Doc said they don't want it too slow or it could just stop. Don't want that! I'm glad my doc watches all these things. I try to support her as much as I can because she is overworked and has two young children. We need our doctors. I pay a lot for insurance but have never had a bill to pay for the doctor or clinic. I'd rather do it that way, then I don't have to worry about any visits. We can also write to our doctors and get information. I also see a therapist for my depression and anxiety. Nice that I can write to her too. Blessings for all!
What should you know about serious side effects from blood pressure medications?
It sounds like you're feeling overwhelmed about which symptoms to watch for with your heart medications. That's completely understandable—managing heart disease means staying alert to how your body responds to treatment.
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MargieMac, I had A-Fib but no symptoms. Cardio version corrected it soon after diagnosis, immediately bought a BP cuff, Oxy meter, Kardia mobile and pulse monitor. Full body scan for another issue shows heart, peripheral arteries all normal
Doctor asked me "Why are you hear"? Answer. Cover their asses, maximize billable procedures, double bill, bill for services not provided, figure a little extra charge? You'll never notice?