Lorsartan
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Now on lorsartan, having BP fluctuations, dizzy spells, any one else have these side effects ?
Tia
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MrsO-UK_Surrey ally26070
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Tia, Losartan is the only BP drug out of 8 that hasn't given me some nasty side effects. According to my pharmacist it is the BP drug that he hears least complaints about from his patients. Having said that, our bodies are all different so can respond differently to any drug.
Did you start off on the lowest dose of Losartan? That is what is generally recommended with the dose being titrated up as the body gets used to it and as the blood pressure dictates. If you have only started it very recently, it can take a while for the body to adapt and the blood pressure to settle. However, talk to your Dr about the dizzy spells - there are many other BP pills to try if Losartan doesn't agree with you.
ally26070 MrsO-UK_Surrey
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My gosh 8 different tablets !!
Yes on the lowest dose , I am looking to find the cause of the high BP and look to treat that .
It's just not settling my BP or am I just impatient lol
ruki86239 MrsO-UK_Surrey
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8 different tablets, I do not feel so bad now as am seeing my GP tmrw regarding the Losartan that is not agreeing with me.
anne82944 ally26070
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HAVE taken Losartin for 3 years, In the last 5 months I have developed BP fluctuations, dizzy spells, nausea, but attributed it to other possibilities. Only read about the side effects a day ago, so decided to take the Losartin in the day as for the last few months I was taking it at night or around 4 a.m..
I didn't take it last night, will take it mid day with lunch, as I had no issues with it for years will see if taking it at another time of day makes a difference.
Don't know for sure what my problem is caused by, but will see an internist this week.
ally26070 anne82944
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Sorry to hear of your side effects . I have to take mine in the morning as I have a very low heart beat and when sleeping it drops to 40 .
I'm changing diet and am researching probiotics, not sure if long term medication use is right anymore , spoke with a Spanish doctor last week who is all for finding the cause of the high BP and treating that . Sort of turned my mind set on it's head !!
MrsO-UK_Surrey ally26070
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Diet-wise, providing you are eating healthy foods, avoiding salt, caffeinated drinks, and drinking plenty of water, there isn't a lot more you can do in that area.
For those who are overweight, losing a few pounds might help, as can increasing exercise. De-stressing by way of relaxation therapies such as a Mindfulness course or Tai Chi has helped some people. There can be some medical causes of raised blood pressure - in my case it is chronic kidney disease - some 5468looking for a needle in a haystack - it is what it is unfortunately.
MrsO-UK_Surrey
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Should read: "some might have a genetic predisposition to high BP. Your Spanish doctor might find looking for a cause akin to looking for a needle in a haystack."
anne82944 ally26070
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My cardiologist, who I trust wrote a book called "No white at Night" to help patients. Unfortunatly he is retiring, but he strongly recommends losing pounds and finds it helps his hypertensive patients. I'm due to see him before he retires to seek out who he recommends.
He had switched me from Diovan to Losartan, and it worked the same for about 3 years till January. I thought I might have developed Vit D toxicity but the test is about 180 unpaid by Medicare and the nurse practioner wasn't keen on testing. A miscommunication, she thought I was concerned about not taking enough, apparently I didn't get through that I possibly was overdoing it due to SAD which is very prevelent around here due to the dreary wet and long dark winters. By now the Vit D should have cleared out.
Like your Spanish doctor I am trying to find the cause and do what I can, as you are to help myself without too many scripts for prescriptions.
I've ordered herbal combinations for sleeping and daytime stress and anxiety. I've usually found my own solutions as well as listening to what my physicians have to say.
I agree it is like looking for a needle in a haystack, but....lets face it.. if we don't take care of ourselves it isn't up to the doctor to do more than he can. He or she do what they can, but we have to figure a lot out on our own.
Good luck is part of it. Stumbling on the solution even if it is hit or miss. We keep on trying.
ruki86239 ally26070
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Hi Ally
Yes the same Bp goes up and down
Not settling, i ended up at A&E and was put on a drip
E.Varsos ally26070
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E.Varsos ally26070
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