Those readings are worth paying attention to! A blood pressure of 118/87 shows the systolic (top number) is in a reasonable range, but the diastolic (bottom number) at 87 is slightly elevated. A heart rate of 106 is also a bit high (normal resting is 60–100 bpm).
It's possible your medications are having an effect, but Show Full Answer
Those readings are worth paying attention to! A blood pressure of 118/87 shows the systolic (top number) is in a reasonable range, but the diastolic (bottom number) at 87 is slightly elevated. A heart rate of 106 is also a bit high (normal resting is 60–100 bpm).
It's possible your medications are having an effect, but since this feels new and unusual for you, it's really important to contact your doctor today to let them know what's going on. While waiting to hear from your doctor, here are some things to watch for that would mean calling 911 right away:
- Chest pain or discomfort
- Shortness of breath
- Severe headache
- Confusion or trouble thinking clearly
- Vision changes
- Weakness or numbness on one side
- Heart palpitations that feel intense or worsening
If none of those are present, sit quietly, rest, and recheck your blood pressure in about 5 minutes. Keep a log of your readings to share with your doctor — it really helps them fine-tune your treatment.
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