How can I lower my blood pressure...
Hi, I am looking for ways to lower my blood pressure. I'm 58, and had a heart attack due to blockage in 2003. I have 2 arterial stents in the same spot (2003 and again in 2014) and 2 weeks ago I admitted myself to the ER with arm and chest pain. They did a cardiac cath and didn't find any blockage over 50%. I was released later that evening with an appointment to see my cardiologist.
My Ejection Fraction is at 52% due to damage to my heart in 2003.
I am taking:
6.25mg Carvedilol 2x per day
20 mg Lisinopril 2x per day
My blood pressure in the ER avg 150/90
My heart rate is naturally low and with these meds it avg low-mid 50s.
My Cardiologist added Doxazosin 1mg at bed time, but my BP is unchanged.
I'm 6' 210 lbs
I work part time 4 hrs per day cleaning houses with my girlfriend and I'm a drummer in a classic rock band. I also do light weight lifting 3 days a week on a bowflex. I don't think I'm in bad shape.
My Dr. is concerned about increasing my Lisinopril or Carvedilol due to my low heart rate.
What can I do other than increase meds?
Hi. Thank you for your post and inquiry. I see that you posted 11 days ago and have not received a response yet. I do remember responding to although I must have forgot to hit send. My bad. I also see you became a new member of our community 11 days ago as well. Welcome. Glad to see that you are already participating in the forums here. It certainly sounds like your doctor is doing a good job of managing your condition. And you are certainly doing your part by staying active. That is neat that you are a drummer for a classic rock band. I am a big fan of classic rock. What are some of the songs that you play? As far as how to lower your blood pressure, it certainly sounds like you are taking all the right steps to do that. Unfortunately, I do not have a specific response for you. I would imagine that this is something you have discussed with your doctor? John. heart-failure.net community moderator.
Here is an article that explains lifestyle changes that you can make to lower your blood pressure. I hope this helps!
https://heart-failure.net/lifestyle-changes
Olivia Rose -Moderator
