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Q: how to manage side-affects from high blood presure medicine

my blood pressure was 158/102 and was given captopril 25mg 2x a day, this medication makes me so light headed,and sick to my stomach. only have 3 days on this, is this normal? cause i feel sick all' DAY.. thank you

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Lisa Nelson, Health Pro
1/15/10 2:07pm

Hi Liz,

 

I recommend you contact your physician to discuss the side effects you're experiencing.  It may be that your medication needs to be changed or the dosage adjusted.

 

All the best,

Lisa Nelson RD

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By liz— Last Modified: 10/19/10, First Published: 01/14/10