[WifeMom]

I recently started taking Benicar for my high blood pressure (3/11). Prior to meds, my BP was in the 140+/85-100 range. After 2 weeks, I returned for a recheck and BP was 122/76. Yesterday, I left work not feeling well... light-headed, nauseated, headache. I spent most of the evening in bed with an overall "blah" feeling... almost flu-like body aches & chills, to sweats. Today, I am feeling much better, but become short of breath while dressing, climbing stairs, etc. I checked my BP at work with a wrist machine and then again at the Walmart Pharmacy... and of the 3 times, it was in the 90/60 range. I tried to call my NP, but the office is closed this afternoon! I am getting ready to leave town for work and wanted to know if I should alter my meds/dose, or is it even a concern? Thanks in advance for your advice!

[smoothy]

Did you miss eating any meals before taking those measurements?

[WifeMom]

I did not!

[smoothy]

Had to ask that... take the meds and miss breakfast... you can be certain to have your pressure drop like that.

[WifeMom]

Same breakfast every day... either a granola bar or fruit & nut bar! I did not take my BP yesterday when I felt even worse... only today, before lunch!

[tickle]

Smoothy was correct in asking that question. It is valid, but we can't advise you to alter your dose. Best to inquire at emerg