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Hi my bp was very high thing morning about 170 dropped abit am taking raprill 5mg what do i need to do to have drop to about 120

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This link will allow you to download the BHF booklet: bhf.org.uk/informationsuppo...

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Thank you

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gal4God

Cut out bad fat and salt

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I shall more veg and fruits instead

BP is often elevated after rising. What time did you take the reading and did you repeat after say, an hour or so?

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I take bp at 9.30 and 10.30.also at 2.00pm and at night about 21.30hrs before bed time

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So, is it only elevated early morning and 'within range' for the remainder of the day?

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