Suggest treatment for fluctuating BP readings
Patient: i have been told I have atrial fibrillation. i have pulse136 heart rate and my blood presure this time 104/60.. i am 77. they have me on metoprolol 50 mg and diltiazem hcl 300mg. Also ramipril 5mg simvastatin 20mg , 1 aspirin 325 , terazosin. It seem the medication isn t working. What are suggestions This condiion only happened with in the last two months. I was allways had blood pressure 130 /80. And normal ekg reading. thank you appricate your imput. Doctor: Hi welcome to HCM.I understand your query and concern.Atrial fibrillaton is known to cause fluctuations in blood pressure.You are currently placed on right kind of drugs by your physician.I advise you to have a baseline 2 dimensional echocardiography,ECG and lipid profile to assess the basic cardiac reserve of your heart.Restrict the intake of salt to less than 6g/day.Regular physical exercise in the form of brisk walk for 20 min a day for 5 days a week is pretty useful.Drugs like antihypertensives and antiarrhythmics will help.Reduce the intake of fatty and fried food.One pomegranate a day will help to keep your heart at good pace without clot formation. Consult a Cardiologist for further expert management.Post your further queries if any.Thank you.