I am living in a long-term care home for almost a year. Dec 2023 I was sick with flu and in isolation. Jan 2024 I had RSV, given antibiotics, Feb 2024 I had covid again I was in isolation. Evrrytime I take antibiotics I need to stop my biological medication. I don't know with this biologic medication how long it takes to fully get into your system. I am in so much pain, more so when the weather is bad (storms) I live in Canada.
They doctor at the care home wanted to put me on apixaban medication. I had 1 dose at 4pm and the next morning my BP was tested. It was 204, the nurse said she was going to call the doctor right away. When she came back I was told to take the rest of my med and have breakfast. She came back a hour later it was 154. My blood pressure had never been 204 before. It scared me, I thought they would sender me to hospital incase I had a stroke or heart attack.
I was wondering if anyone has similar experience.
I have an a appointment with the doctor here on Monday to discuss as I refused to take the medication. I also have an appointment with my Rheumy next week. I always discuss any concerns with the doctor.
I hope everyone is okay and not in too much pain take care everyone. Sorry this is such a long message but my high blood pressure really scared me. XX