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Hello, I’ve just changed Ramipril dosage from 2.5 to 5mg, because the former dosage had no effect. For 3 data my BP was ideal, but today in the evening it was pretty high. Why is that? PS. I had 4 pints od beer the evening before.
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bobbysgirl citizenKane
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Blood pressure does that! It goes up and down throughout the day. All sorts of things can affect your blood pressure.
I'd only be concerned if it was consistently high (or low!)
christine75626 citizenKane
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Hi there, You don't say exactly how long you have been on the increased dosage. It might take a few weeks to take effect. Your blood pressure will fluctuate during the day as it has to relate to any activity that you are doing i.e. if you are exercising it will temporarily go up to allow the blood to reach the parts that are needed. You should give at least 30 minutes after eating or drinking before you take your blood pressure and also having an empty bladder will give a more accurate reading. Just keep an eye on it and take your blood pressure at different times and note them down. If you continue to have high readings then go back to your G.P. and show them the numbers you have recorded.
Hope this was helpful.
citizenKane christine75626
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