Question 1

I've been feeling a rapid heartbeat and some pounding since yesterday. I checked it, and it's at 88 bpm. Is this normal? Could it be related to the cough medicine I've been taking? When should this settle down?

Accepted Answer

A heart rate of 88 beats per minute is within the normal range for adults. However, if you are feeling pounding and rapid heartbeat, it may be a side effect of the cough medicine you are taking. Some cough medicines contain ingredients that can increase heart rate as a side effect. I recommend stopping the cough medicine and consulting with your healthcare provider. If needed, you can switch to a cough medicine that does not have this side effect, such as Delsym (dextromethorphan) at a dose of 10-20 mg every 4-6 hours as needed.

Question 2

Is bypass surgery the only option or are there alternatives like balloon angioplasty that could work instead? I'm worried about going straight to bypass and want to know what other treatments might be possible

Accepted Answer

CTVS opinion advise.

Question 3

I'm dealing with high blood pressure and tachycardia, and my heart rate is pretty fast. I've been taking Hypen 121.5 mg daily for my BP and Indever 40 mg twice a day. Lately, I've started taking Indever regularly, and I've noticed that whenever I talk loudly or shout, I get chest pain. This has been happening for the last four months, even with the medication. Is this something I should be worried about?

Accepted Answer

no problem you continue your medicine

I'm a bit worried about my triglyceride levels, which are at 230, and my HDL is 28. My doctor prescribed Lipicard 160 for me, but I'm not sure when I should be taking it. Could you advise on the best time to take Lipicard 160?

at bed time orally to be consumed ,repeat lipid panel after 3 months..

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I've been feeling a rapid heartbeat and some pounding since yesterday. I checked it, and it's at 88 bpm. Is this normal? Could it be related to the cough medicine I've been taking? When should this settle down?

Is bypass surgery the only option or are there alternatives like balloon angioplasty that could work instead? I'm worried about going straight to bypass and want to know what other treatments might be possible

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