Take Your Blood Pressure Medication as Prescribed
Jan 14, 2015
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Article courtesy of Measure Up/Pressure Down®
Nearly 7 in 10 Americans take at least one prescription drug, and more than half take two. If you take medication for high blood pressure or other chronic condition, it's important that you remember to take the medicine as prescribed.
If you have trouble remembering to take your blood pressure medication, find a system that works for you. It may be an old-fashioned daily pillbox or smartphone reminders or a buddy system. Whatever it takes, it's important to take your medication as prescribed.
Why?
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And remember, never stop taking medication without talking to your doctor first.
Measure Up/Pressure Down® is a three-year national campaign created by the American Medical Group Foundation to improve blood pressure control. Learn how to lower your risk and manage the disease with our Circulation Nation: Your Roadmap to Managing High Blood Pressure patient booklet.