Amlodipine for pulmonary hypertension

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Avatar m tn They did not feel that the pressure being at 33 was Primary Pulmonary Hypertension. So now I wait for the pulmonary doctor to come back from vacation and set up an appointment to do more extensive testing. I feel they should fix the leaky valve then I can go back to how I was two years ago. My pulmonary pressure is not extremely elevated just a little due to the leak in my valve. Fix the valve save the lung.
Avatar f tn Currently being treated for extensive multiple bilateral pulmonary embolisms with Xarelto. Hypertension is not being controlled adequately with Lisinoprol 20mg BID. Runs around 147/93 pulse 104 while sitting. They had me taking metropolol 25mg BID on top of the Lisinopril, but had to discontinue due to abdominal cramping, diarrea and major depressive mood swing, confusion and just a general feeling of being in a fog.
Avatar n tn Have you used Valsartan for treatment of hypertension patients in high risk patients? Are you aware about the combination Valsartan and Amlodipine to treat hypertension in high risk patients? How its is better than Telmisarton and Amlodipine combination?
Avatar f tn Made a mistake. I meant to say, my feet and ankles will swell and not my legs.
Avatar m tn I have recently been prescribed Amlodipine-Benaz 5/10 MG capsules for treatment of hypertension. However, my resting pulse rate has consistently been in the 90's and increasing into the 100's at time, so I have been prescribed Carvedilol to help control the heart rate. My question is, doesn't Carvedilol control hypertension as well...Why should I be taking carvedilol in addition to amliodipine?
Avatar f tn Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker indicated for hypertension. The S form of amlodipine is said to be responsible for dilation of blood vessels and lowering of blood pressure. The S- isomer of amlodipine or Asomex® is being studied in clinical trials and may lead to side effects such as fatigue or tiredness, dizziness or fainting, headache, flushing, or swelling of the legs or ankles. Side effects of amlodipine are generally mild and reversible.
Avatar n tn I am a 35 year old female w/ mitral valve insufficiency. I also have what appears to be refractory hypertension. One year ago, when hypertension was dx, an echocardiogram indicated only mild regurgitation of the mitral, aortic, and tricuspid valves. My physician, at this time (EP for pacemaker), said this would go away once BP was controlled. Over a year later, despite seeing a hypertension specialist and trying many different drug regimines, BP still remains high.
2191752 tn?1338280689 I'm on hypertension meds too. One side effect is dehydration therefore making sure you maintain a good intake of water is important and you won't get that cough or least, cough less. Make sure you speak to your Dr.
Avatar n tn Kenkeith, thank you. I have a ? for you based on your response. The pulmonary artery pressure I am referring to is noted in my Echo at the Tricuspid Valve. It specifically says Ticuspid Vale then mentions the regurgitation. It then says Pulmonary artery pressure is estimated at 40 mm HG. Everything I have read that says this amt. of Pulmonary artery pressure indicates Pulmonary Hypertension.
Avatar n tn Is the pulmonary hypertension causing the right ventricle enlargement and the tricuspid regurgitation and would this then be primary pulmonary hypertension. Or, can you explain what is causing her pulmonary hypertension. I have been told my my mother's cardiologist that her tricuspid regurgitation is causing the pulmonary hypertension. But I have talked to other doctors that tell me that the pulmonary hypertension is causing the tricuspid regurgitation.
Avatar m tn These range from transient flu-like symptoms to serious effects such as cardiac arrhythmias, cardiomyopathy, renal and liver failure, polyneuropathy, and myelosuppression. Pulmonary side effects including pneumonitis, pulmonary fibrosis, and reversible pulmonary hypertension have been reported. Herein, we present four cases in which irreversible pulmonary hypertension was diagnosed after prolonged treatment with interferon alpha.
Avatar f tn is it Primary Pulmonary Hypertension or is it so-called Secondary Pulmonary Hypertension, the most common causes of which include recurrent pulmonary emboli (clots to the lung), disease of a heart valve, or estrogen or appetite suppressant therapy. While pulmonary hypertension is a somewhat common disease, the cause may not immediately evident to one’s doctors.
1856046 tn?1330237245 Some diseases raise pulmonary pressures to cause pulmonary artery hypertension for unclear reasons. Perhaps an unknown toxin or chemical effects the blood vessels by causes constriction or inappropriate growth of the tissue within or around the vessel. For example, there is a condition known as portopulmonary hypertension that is result of liver failure.
Avatar f tn s_kwcid=TC|6584|pulmanary%20hypertension||S||4572043981 HERE IS A WEBSITE FOR YOU TO CHECK OUT What is pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH)? High blood pressure in the blood vessels of the lung Pulmonary hypertension means high blood pressure in the blood vessels that carry blood from the heart to the lungs.
Avatar f tn Mean pulmonary artery pressure is ≥25 mmHg at rest Mean pulmonary capillary wedge pressure <15 mmHg This should not be affected by the size of the individual.
Avatar m tn Thanks Dr Schiano, I am taking Amlodipine for hypertension as part of post surgery medication. Can I occasionally indulge in a relatively high sodium meal? You can tell I am a salt lover.
Avatar n tn What questions should I ask? Does it appear that I have pulmonary hypertension? I am getting very short of breath with a little exertion. It is becoming very difficult to breathe. Thanks.
Avatar n tn If HOCM has been treated the incidence of pulmonary hypertension is usually less. And pulmonary hypertension can be due to other causes also. It may indicate a poorer prognosis, but this depends on the clinical symptoms and others cardiac factors. Regards.
Avatar m tn Hey,I hope someone that reads this can help.I would go to the doctor but lack insurance so I'm hoping someone can help me figure this out.Here's my story: I was a healthy 20 y/o in 2006 and just woke up one morning unable to catch my breath.It progressively got worse over the course of 4 days so I went to the ER and was told that I either had asthma or anxiety and was given an inhaler.I noticed it wasn't working after trying for a week so I made an appointment with my doctor.
Avatar n tn My mom has had pulmonary hypertension for about a year now how long is life span with this disease? I was wondering why her doctor wouldn,t rec. a heart doctor ? Can you rec. a very good doctor in connecticut for her? I want to make sure she is getting the best care. This discussion is related to <a href='/posts/show/322405'>Borderline Pulmonary Hypertension</a>.
Avatar f tn I have moderate Pulmonary Hypertension secondary to an uncorrected ASD. Is it too late for a correction?
Avatar m tn If you truly have pulmonary hypertension you need a CT scan looking for pulmonary clots, a right heart catheterization to measure your pressures, and possibly a biopsy if something like sarcoidosis is suspected. Again lupus can explain most of your symptoms so look there first. Given your weight gain make sure your physician has tested you for things like Cushings disease and PCOS. Your situation sounds frustrating.
82818 tn?1206989814 and I wanted to add that the likelihood of being approved for a liver transplant will likely depend on the severity of your pulmonary hypertension. Severe pulmonary hypertension may be a contraindication for surgery as a healthy lung status is necessary to make a recovery from surgery. But judging from what you have written, the comforting thing appears to be that one of your doctors feels that you would be a candidate for surgery. I wish you the best. By the way, thank you KjFlicka...