Patient's question:
My mother-in-law has always had high blood pressure, and she had it even before I got married. She used to control it with medication, but her condition has significantly improved in the past two months, so her medication needs to be changed. It's said that the side effects of the medication are quite severe. Could you please recommend a high blood pressure medication with fewer side effects?Doctor's answer:
All antihypertensive drugs have certain side effects. The differences in side effects on the body are also varied. It is recommended that your mother-in-law decide on individualized antihypertensive drugs accordingly. Hypertensive patients need to take antihypertensive drugs on time and in the prescribed dosage. It is absolutely not allowed to discontinue or change the type or dosage of medication privately. Strict dietary control is required, with a preference for low-salt, low-fat, high-protein, and high-vitamin diets. Strictly limit salt intake and eat more fresh fruits and vegetables.