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My blood pressure is up to 197/100. My doctor keeps giving me Bystolic. Is that safe?

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Dr. Rohit Jain

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Published At October 18, 2014
Reviewed AtJanuary 29, 2024

Patient's Query

Hello Doctor,

My blood pressure is up to 197/100 mmHg. My doctor keeps giving me tablet Bystolic and asked to take it for 10 days. Is that safe? I am a 53 year old male, usually great health.

Answered by Dr. Rohit Jain

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

  • Your blood pressure is very high.
  • Given your age, you are very susceptible to paralytic attacks and heart attacks and you should not ignore it at all.
  • Tablet Nebivolol (Bystolic) is not enough to control your blood pressure.
  • You need to get some basic tests done to rule out any secondary cause and then if nothing comes out, you can be started on better medications.
  • Your target BP should not be more than 130/90 mmHg.

Revert back to a cardiologist online --> https://www.icliniq.com/ask-a-doctor-online/cardiologist

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Rohit Jain
Dr. Rohit Jain

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