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Should my father start bp tablet. His daily bp reading is 150/100 .nd his age is 50 years.
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Yes, he must start medications. Hypertension is when your blood pressure is above 140/90, and is considered severe if the pressure is above 180/120.High blood pressure often has no symptoms. Over time, if untreated, it can cause health conditions, such as heart disease and stroke.Eating a healthier diet with less salt, exercising regularly and taking medications can help lower blood pressure.
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