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My mom is hypertensive .. She is on telmisartan 20mg od since 4 month bt still her bp is 150/66 mmhg.. What should do now ?? Increase dose to 40mg or change to any other drug??
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If she is more than 60 years age it is ok. if younger increase to 40mg telmisartan. age is important.how is her sleep appetite and excercise. do insist for salt restriction and walking for 30 minutes min more better. how about her wt. if overwait then reducing weight can help.
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