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Hi all

Just a bit of an update. I am now taking Irbesartan which amazingly I have found ok ref side effects and no readings quite good. However when taking Losartan last year I developed bad headaches which I had for months. I had an accident and cut my head so wasn't sure if that was causing headaches. Had 2 CT scans for brain then MRI for back and neck all fine. As soon as I stopped Losartan didn't have any further problems. This week the same type of headache/neck pain has returned so I am thinking is there a connection with sartans ? Anyone else had this problem please ?

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ChrissiG

I had a problem with Losartan making me feel weak and dizzy with back and head pain. Turned out it had caused my sodium levels to fall too low. I had to come off them and then everything went back to normal. Have you had your sodium levels checked?

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BobbyCollins in reply toChrissiG

Thanks so much for your reply. I hadn't thought about sodium levels that's interesting will mention to GP next week.

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ChrissiG in reply toBobbyCollins

Losartan (and I expect others if the same type) is known for affecting sodium levels so definitely worth checking.

I have to say I didn’t get on with any BP meds. But I’m bad with most drugs including painkillers unfortunately.

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Jaybird19

had porblems wih all sorts of BP tablets but none recognised with losartan . so have stayed wih those except can cause problems if kidneys are not top notch. so should be screened regularly. Hope this helps . hav e you tried other bp tablets ?

hope you can find out more tha might help you . all the best

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BobbyCollins in reply toJaybird19

Thanks a lot for your response. I have had many BP meds and the GP has said she doesn't know what to do with me now and I will have to stay on Irbesartan. It's really trying feel like I have no where to turn with it all.

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onadiet in reply toBobbyCollins

I'm assuming you've tried combo? Such as a low dose of CCB & low dose ARB or ACE. Maybe add a 3rd.one such as low dose bb of Diertetic. Push GP to experiment. They don't like it but it's your body.

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Tiffan-future123

hi

I have been on losartan 75mg for over 2 years. I had headaches before, due to high blood pressure but after taking losartan my headaches were gone. Everyone is different and will experience different side affects. Speak to your doctor please.

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onadiet

Yes I get bad neck pain tight head with throbbing headache.Blocked ears Shoulder and back pain.

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BobbyCollins in reply toonadiet

Thanks for taking the time to reply. It's all so frustrating isn't it?I have had a very stressful time lately and I think that's what's behind all this. I am having a quiet week away and feel a bit better but I am going to see my GP when home really can't continue like this. I have about labile hypertension which sounds very similar to this. Maybe have a look and see what you think ? Will post again after I see GP.

Thanks again and good luck

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onadiet

Yes. I had neck pain with Candesartan and Losartan.OK for few months and then side effects built up. Took Irbesartan also for a short time.Worse BP.meds for me was Amlodipine.Horrible meds. I can't seem to tolerate meds.much

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BobbyCollins in reply toonadiet

Thanks for responding. I am pretty much the same with meds it's very challenging I am becoming depressed with it all. Going to ask GP about referral to hypertension clinic next time tho I am concerned about going on to non standard drugs. Worn out with it all. All the best to you and thanks again

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onadiet in reply toBobbyCollins

Perhaps try combo dose such as small dose of ACE with maybe small dose CCB.Some are combined in 1 pill. There's Telmisartan with Amlodipine & quite a few others.

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BobbyCollins in reply toonadiet

Thanks hadn't heard of this either. I have now finally been referred to Hypertension Clinic after nearly 3 years ! I will mention this. Thanks again

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