I'm really worried about my dad. He's been on metosartan 25mg for about three weeks now, and the doctor recently told him to switch to 50mg. Despite this and his efforts like walking and cutting down on salt, his blood pressure still isn't going down. Is there anything else we can do to help reduce his BP?

Dr Shubham Chauhan

General Practitioner

• MBBS
• 4+ Yrs

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you've been bitten by a street dog, it's essential to take immediate action to prevent potential rabies infection. The good news is that minor wounds like yours can be treated effectively with prompt medical attention.

Immediate Steps:

• Wash the wound with soap and water for 10-15 minutes to reduce the risk of infection .
• Apply an antiseptic or antibacterial cream to lower the risk of bacterial infection .
• Seek medical attention within the first 24 hours after the bite .

Rabies Shots:

You can take rabies shots in the next couple of days, but it's crucial to start the treatment as soon as possible. The typical regimen includes:

• 4 doses of rabies vaccine over 2 weeks (days 0, 3, 7, and 14) .
• Rabies immunoglobulin on the day of the first vaccine dose or soon after .

Answered 04/07/2025