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How to correct sudden fall in BP in a hypertensive patient?

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Hi doctor,

For two years my mother has been taking Atenolol for hypertension. Her dose is 50 mg per day which she eats half in the morning and half at night. About a week ago, her blood pressure became low and today it was 104/65 mmHg and her pulse rate is 51 beats per minute. I would be very grateful for your help.

Thanks.
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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have carefully worked through your case and want to assure you that I will manage your mother's case.

It sometimes happens with hypertensive patients and we need to adjust dosage from time to time. She should take only 25 mg of Atenolol or half the tablet of 50 mg in the morning with breakfast and no medicine at night. Please give me feedback after a couple of days on how she is doing.

I hope that you get your answer.

Please let me know if you need any help.

Thank you.

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Published At March 18, 2016
Reviewed At September 23, 2024

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Dr. Muhammad Majid Hanif

Cardiology

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr.Muhammad Majid Hanif is a highly skilled and established physician in the field of Cardiology. He listens to all the patient queries deliberately and is an expert in devising a proper treatment plan.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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