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Forum - RESPeRATE Support Forum
Topic - Medicare/Health insurance coverage?

I'm considering purchasing a Resperate unit but cannot find out if either Medicare or Health insurance coverage would cover any of the cost. Deos anyone know?

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Non-drug options

Topic - Taking BP Meds

Q: I am on lisinopril, 40mg. and am female, over 40. I would love to find a supplement to take instead of prescription meds. I also have osteopenia and ringing in the ears. What do you suggest? A: I routinely suggest to my patients RESPeRATE and regular exercise. RESPeRATE has been clinically proven to lower blood pressure. It does not have the side effects that are associated with supplements and medications. Regular weight bearing exercise helps to lower blood pressure and strengthens bones. Work with your doctor to find a solution that works best...

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Medication: Coreg/ carvedilol (Beta blocker)

Topic - Medication: Coreg/ carvedilol (Beta blocker)

How Coreg Reduces Blood Pressure Coreg (carvedilol) is one of a class of blood pressure medication called Beta-Adrenergic Blocking Agent or more commonly known as Beta Blockers. Beta blockers are a class of drugs that block beta-adrenergic substances such as adrenaline. By blocking the action of the involuntary nervous system on the heart, beta blockers relieve stress on the heart. Coreg slows the heart beat, lessens the force with which the heart muscle contracts and reduces blood vessel contraction in the heart, brain, and throughout the body, thus lowering blood pressure. Other Beta Blockers include Inderal, Tenormin, Toprol XL and Ziac. Although these medications...