- Male
- 23 Years
- 29/01/2025
I'm experiencing some issues and I'm pretty worried. I've been diagnosed with hypertension and I'm also noticing my hands are trembling quite a bit. Can you tell me what steps I should take or any advice on how to manage these? I would really appreciate your help.
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For hypertension and hand tremors, you can start by taking Atenolol 25mg once daily for hypertension. Additionally, you can take Propranolol 10mg twice daily for hand tremors. It is important to monitor your blood pressure regularly and follow up with your doctor for any adjustments in your treatment plan.
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I've been taking propranolol 10mg for my anxiety whenever needed, and it's been a big help. But lately, I've had to take it every day for about a week, and now I'm experiencing this sharp, stabbing pain in the center of my chest that goes to my back. I'm not sure if it's just anxiety or something more serious. I'm a healthy 26-year-old guy, and my resting heart rate is between 52 and 56 bpm, but sometimes it drops into the 40s. I do have a history of gastroparesis. Do you think this chest pain could be an issue related to the medication or something else going on?
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