Hello, I am 40 years old female. I have orthostatic HYPER tension, not hypo. I am currently taking Norvsac 5mg 1-po nightly.My blood pressure is still in the range of 136 / 98 TO 128/96 daily when sitting. Laying down it is 110-114/ 80-85.I have alot of concerns about the 96-98 range. I am overweight at 53.5 and 190 pounds. I also have high cholesterol at 230but my triglyerides are fine. I started run/walking and changing my diet recently. My question is should I raise the amount of Norvasc until I get my weight under control? I am not taking anything for the cholesterol yet, as my cardiologist was giving me 6mos. I take omega3 daily now as well.
Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. No, you should not increase the dose of Norse by your own because increase in dose can lead to hypotension. So better not to increase the dose of Norse. Instead of this, you should focus more on weight loss. So better to stick to your dietary plan, exercise regime for 2-3 months. Try to achieve 30-40 lbs of weight loss. Mostly you will achieve control in hypertension with weight reduction only. So don't increase dose of Norse, try to lose weight first. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.