Diovan drug interactions
Written by: Dr. Rowena | Posted: Mar 17 2009
Q: I have found no information regarding side effects of Diovan which I take for hypertension. I take it daily along with Vitamin C 1000, Caltrate D, Vitamin E 400, B Complex and Hawthorn Berries. Have you any knowledge of interactions?
A: Hawthorn is known to interact with Diovan according to drug information provided for professionals by Gold Standard Inc. 2009. They do not report interactions with your vitamins. A good source for consumer information about drugs is PDR Health (www.pdrhealth.com). To see information, including interactions, specifically about Diovan click here.
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Written by: Dr. Rowena | Posted: May 24 2007
Q: Can Lexapro make your blood pressure go even higher?
A: Lexapro is a drug used to treat depression. High blood pressure is not considered a typical side effect of the drug (Gold Standard Inc .Drug Information 2007). However, Lexapro is associated with weight gain. Gaining a significant amount of weight could contribute to higher blood pressure.
Tags: drug information, high blood pressure, Medication Interactions, side effectCan vicodin cause high blood pressure?
Written by: Dr. Rowena | Posted: May 24 2007
Q: Does Vicodin cause low or high blood pressure?
A: Vicodin is a pain killer intended for short term use because it has a high potential for abuse and addiction. Adverse cardiovascular reactions have been reported with use of Vicodin. These include slowing of the heart beat, palpitations, hypertension, hypotension, and fainting. (Gold Standard Inc. Drug Information 2007)
Tags: drug information, heart, high blood pressure, hypertension, hypotension, Pain Relievers
