- male
- 60 Years
- 29/01/2025
I'm currently taking Cortel 80 mg and Amlokind 5 mg for hypertension and was wondering if it's possible to stop taking one of them. Could you advise me on whether it's safe to discontinue one, and if so, which one would be better to avoid? I'm a bit worried about having to take both medications and would appreciate your guidance on this.
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Make sure to maintain a healthy lifestyle along with medication, including: A balanced diet low in salt. Regular physical activity. Stress management. Monitoring your blood pressure regularly. In conclusion, dont make changes to your medication regimen without your doctors advice. Your
Dr. Chandra Suggests...
Consult a Cardiologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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