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Q: i have just found out i have high blood pressure i am on 60 mg of Benicar per day i checked my blood pressure and it is 156/112 i have took my pills and it is still up

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9/ 4/11 11:52am

Hi Terebaby,

 

It can take time for medication to build up in your system and produce results. I recommend working with your doctor to monitor your blood pressure and determine if/when your treatment plan needs adjusted.

 

All the best,

Lisa Nelson RD

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By terebaby— Last Modified: 09/04/11, First Published: 09/02/11