Patient's question:
My father is 61 years old and suffers from high blood lipids and high blood pressure. He has had diabetes for 14 years. Last November, he was hospitalized and told that his urine protein was three+. Last week, he went to a major hospital, and the doctor prescribed three medications in combination: amlodipine extended-release tablets, metoprolol sustained-release tablets, and irbesartan tablets. He has taken them for four days now, but his blood pressure hasn't stabilized at all. Is it possible that the medication isn't working well?Doctor's answer:
The diagnosis of hypertension is very easy for this disease. Those with cardiovascular diseases are prone to experiencing complications such as cerebral vascular accidents when their blood pressure is high. If one medication can lower blood pressure to normal levels, it can be used alone. Otherwise, multiple medications will need to be used in combination.It is recommended for those who need to be hospitalized to re-adjust their blood pressure, as well as for those who need to regularly monitor their blood pressure and take the aforementioned medications consistently.
In terms of diet, it is advised to follow a low-sodium, low-fat diet, maintain a regular lifestyle, take the medications on schedule, and pay attention to changes in blood pressure and blood sugar levels.