my pills are running out and i can't see my doctor for another two or three weeks, i looked it up online and it says that if i stop it will lead to strokes and other problems what should i do?
How long can I stop taking high blood pressure medicines before it can start a problem?
Question posted by liuliuxo on 26 May 2013
Last updated on 26 May 2013
Added 26 May 2013:
the medicine i am taking is Lisinopril
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kaismama
26 May 2013
You need to get the dr to call in enough to last until your appt. Do not allow yourself to run out. Your bp could spike and that can lead to stroke. And of course you waited until a holiday weekend. You could ask your pharmacist if he can give you enough until Tuesday when your dr can be reached or go to an urgent care center. I would go without food before I'd go without my bp med.
sara12345
27 May 2013
Kaismama is absolutely right. Be sure to follow her advice. I've had a stroke, and it can be no end of major problems if it doesn't kill you.
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