Hi, I am currently on 12.5mg tablets for high blood pressure. My last reading with the doctor was over a month ago. Recently I have been feeling tired and dizzy at times when standing and walking. I decided to purchase a blood pressure monitor last week. Over the last few days I have stopped taking my prescribed medication as my readings are ranging from 95/60 to 112/79 - My pulse rate sits at around 85 to 99. I am 39, female, overweight (apparently) and a smoker. Less than 5 months ago my blood pressure was sitting on 180/100 ( I had a stressful job which I no longer do ) - I just don t get the sudden change in blood pressure over the last month...??
Hi there, Yes it is possible that blood pressure can change significantly over a period of one month after starting medicine, you also mentioned that your job was also very stressful at the time of high BP, so it could be contributory factor in your high BP. I would advise my patients a regular follow up when I start BP medicine. As you have stopped medicines, and you had high BP earlier, so I would advise you for regular BP monitoring because it can increase again. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow-up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health