10 tips for correct blood pressure medication

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Most people with high blood pressure need to take medication every day to keep their blood pressure under control. However, not all patients know how to take blood pressure medication properly to achieve treatment goals. The following 10 tips may help people who are being treated for high blood pressure with medication.

1.Make a list of all blood pressure medications you are taking

Doctors often combine many blood pressure drugs to treat patients. These drugs will work in different ways but have the same goal of lowering blood pressure so that it stays normal ,
Each medicine has possible side effects , so disease Patients should know the exact blood pressure medication they are taking by asking their doctor or consulting a pharmacist as follows:
What is the name of the blood pressure medication? (including trade name and active ingredient) How does it help lower blood pressure? How much dosage? How long apart should blood pressure medications be taken? Make a list of all blood pressure medications you are taking and carry this list with you whenever you see a healthcare professional.
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2. Know the possible side effects of the blood pressure medication you are taking

Every blood pressure medication has possible side effects. Some side effects can be temporary, others can be more long-lasting, bothersome or potentially dangerous. So when a blood pressure medication is prescribed, a patient should ask the doctor or pharmacist the following questions about each medication:
What blood pressure medication side effects are possible? Which side effects are common, which side effects are rarer? What should I do if I notice side effects? Are there any medications, foods, or drinks that could interact with this blood pressure medication? What are the serious side effects to watch out for?

3. Take your doctor's prescription for blood pressure medication

Blood pressure medicine works best if the patient takes it exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Therefore, patients need to take the right dose at the right time every day and ask their doctor or pharmacist the following questions:
How much medicine should be taken? How long apart should blood pressure medications be taken, when is the best time to take blood pressure medications? Take blood pressure medicine before or after eating? What to do if you miss a dose or take an overdose of your blood pressure medicine?

4. Make a habit of taking medicine every day

It is easier to take blood pressure medication when the patient considers taking the medication as a daily routine:
Combine taking medication with another daily routine such as brushing teeth or drinking morning coffee; When taking your medicine, mark it on a calendar or in a notebook; Place reminders in visible places like on the bathroom mirror or next to the kitchen sink; Ask a family member or friend to remind you to take your medicine.

5.Organize medicine

Keep all medications in one location such as on the bedside table or on the kitchen counter (out of reach of children) so that the patient can find the medicine when he or she needs it easily.
Use a pill box with separate compartments for each day of the week, with three or four compartments for each day to organize pills by time, possibly with a note of blood pressure medication taken before or after meals.

6. Don't let your blood pressure medication "run out"

Blood pressure medication should be taken exactly as directed by the doctor. Patients should try to use only one pharmacy per active ingredient to make it easier to talk to the pharmacist about possible drug interactions and to ensure that duplicate medications are not taken. Mark the schedule of medical check-ups. If the sick person is traveling, have all medication ready and keep it with you at all times.

7.Follow your doctor's orders for better blood pressure control

Here are some doctor-recommended blood pressure control measures:
Follow a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, low-fat meats and dairy foods. Monitor the amount of sodium you eat in your diet. Just how much alcohol should you drink? Do not use tobacco or other tobacco products. Maintain a healthy weight as much as possible. Get regular physical activity, try to get 150 minutes of moderate activity each week. Learn ways to reduce stress.

8. Check your blood pressure regularly

One of the best ways to see if blood pressure medication is working is to have your blood pressure checked regularly at home.

9.Notify the doctor

In some cases, tell the doctor:
Other medications the patient is taking, including prescription or over-the-counter medicines Vitamins or other supplements Herbs are taking Alcohol and any stimulant medications Other health problems, especially diabetes Other life factors can contribute to high blood pressure such as family problems, work stress or a sedentary lifestyle dynamic

10. Take blood pressure medicine properly

Taking blood pressure medication correctly gives good results, lowering blood pressure to a healthier level. Taking medicine at the wrong dose, time or stopping blood pressure medicine suddenly can be dangerous to health. If blood pressure remains too high, the patient is more likely to have other serious problems such as a heart attack, stroke, or kidney disease. Taking blood pressure medication correctly will help ensure better health for patients now and in the future. Therefore, you can apply the above tips to use blood pressure medication effectively.
In addition to using drugs, patients need to regularly exercise, maintain a suitable diet, control and monitor blood pressure indicators to identify risks early, as well as effectively drug use. Accordingly, patients need to have regular health check-ups or according to the doctor's appointment.
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Reference source: webmd.com