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Join in on interesting and helpful discussions in our vibrant online community. You’ll learn how others are dealing with their hypertension and gain valuable insight on controlling your own blood pressure. Take a look at the most recent post from our User Forum:
Forum - RESPeRATE Support Forum
Topic - How far apart should sessions be?
RESP@RATE received today. After I finished my first 15 minute session, I was ready for another. For the first session I had 12 therapeutic minutes. Thus to obtain 40 minutes, I only need 4 sessions per week. How far apart should the sessions be? ...
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Your questions about high blood pressure are answered by our board certified doctor. Browse through hundreds of helpful answers or ask your own question in our Ask Dr. Rowena page. Here’s a recent question:.
Importance of lifestyle changes
Topic - Diet & Exercise
Q: I have high blood pressure and am drug resistant, taking HCTZ, Triamtrin, Dyazide, Atenolol, Clonidine, Verapamil, Lisinopril, and I have ordered the Resperate. Any other suggestions? A: Don’t forget about lifestyle. What you eat and how much you exercise play a big role in blood pressure control. There are very few people who wouldn’t benefit from losing a few pounds and being a little more active.
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For an interesting collection of information, blogs and news about hypertension, visit our All About Hypertension page. Take a look at a recent snippet:
Medication: Lotensin/ benazepril (ACE)
Topic - Medication: Lotensin/ benazepril (ACE)
How Lotensin Reduces Blood Pressure Lotensin (benazepril) is one of a class of blood pressure medication called Angiotestin Converting Enzyme Inhibitors or more commonly known as ACE Inhibitors. Angiotensin II is a chemical that causes the muscles surrounding the blood vessels to contract (tighten). This in turn narrows the blood vessels. This narrowing increases the pressure within the blood vessels and can cause high blood pressure (hypertension). Lotensin slows (inhibits) the activity of the enzyme, which decreases the production of angiotensin II. As a result, the blood vessels enlarge or dilate, and the blood pressure is reduced. Other ACE Inhibitors include Accupril, Altace,...
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