Is Stamlo a better option than Minipress XL in the treatment of high BP?
Patient: I have high BP for last many years, I had been taking Stamlo 5 along with Nebistar SA for last 5 years, I have been having swelling of my ankles and of my legs if traveled insitting position for long hours. Last month my Physician prescribed Minipress XL 5 twic a day in place of Stamlo 5. But my ankle swelling has not gone, having severe scratches of scalp and frequent urination which I feel started after taking Minipress. Iwould like to switch over to Stamlo 5, can You advise if that would be a better option? Doctor: HelloWelcome to Ask a Doctor service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.Underlying cause of lower limb swelling matters, if this is not due to high blood pressure then swelling will not subsides, if with the change of medicine swelling is still there and newer prescribed medicine does not suits you then you can discuss this with your physician and ask for switch over to old medicine, anti-hypertensive medicine has to be taken for long time so it has to be taken under your cardiologist or physician always discuss the issue with them before changing the medicine or adjusting the dose.Hope I  have answered your query, let me know for further assistance,