Posted by okydoky on May 30, 2008, at 16:16:57
In reply to Re: BP lowered already, posted by Justherself54 on May 30, 2008, at 13:26:20
> I took my BP this morning. It's already lowered..I have an appointment with my GP on Tuesday to discuss...if Parnate keeps my BP on the low side, would I have to go on BP meds?
If your BP is just low but within normal range there would be no reason to adjust it. If the hypotension, which is different from low bp is bad it sounds like your doc is willing to add something for it. I took Ritalin sr for the hypotension and had low bp the entire time. I don't know what he has in mind. Parnate can increase bp and you could still have hypotension. So you really have to be careful. Stay away from stimulants (Boost) and the foods youre supposed to avoid. I was on it for several years before it started to poop out. And then I went form Marplan to parnate every 6 months then 4... Also ended up adding other stuff to potentate it. But everyone is different. Sounds like it does you a lot of good. I am glad. I am sure you and your doctor will find the right dose and if needed take something for the hypotension.
I wish you luck and I'm quite jealous,
Oky
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