Blood pressure medication

[tamariki]

I have been using cilazapril for a number of years to help control my blood pressure. I was recently put on bisoprolol to also control my blood pressure, and also reduce my heary rate. I still take cilazapril, which helps keep my B>P> down, but for some reason my doctor wants me to stop taking cilazapril. I don't know why. I take potassium tablets, and it may be that cilazapril increases my potassium levels, bujt blood tests show this level is normal. It has got me worried.

[Kristicats]

I’m presuming that it was the intention to replace cilazapril for bisoprolol normally drs don’t like to stop a medication immediately. Bisoprolol is commonly given to lower blood pressure and to anyone with heart problems. I take it since a heart attack 4 years ago. I was on ramipril for a while but bisoprolol is enough to keep my bp ok.

[tamariki in reply to Kristicats]

When I started taking bisoprolol I was given half a 2.5mg tablet. This is excellent for reducing my BP aand heart rate, but the effects only last about seven hours. Perhaps if I took another half a tablet I wouldn't need cliazapril.

[Kristicats in reply to tamariki]

I take 1.25mg once daily. Speak to your GP and let him know your BP readings if you have been taking them regular. Best wishes x

[Tetrazzini]

Why not ask your GP?