Fact or Misconception: "Once you start blood pressure medication, you can never stop."

Many people hesitate to start blood pressure medications because they believe they'll be stuck on them for life. Is that a Fact, or a Misconception?

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In this episode of The Daily Dose with Dr Chan, we look at:

Whether blood pressure medications can never be reduced or stopped
Is it OK not to take blood pressure medication for hypertension?
What it depends on if you hope to reduce or stop your medications someday
How to go about it, and what to avoid

Key takeaway: Starting blood pressure medication doesn't automatically mean taking it forever. If the underlying causes of high blood pressure can be modified, addressed adequately and sustained, some people may be able to reduce or stop their medications. Never reduce or stop your medications on your own. Always work closely with your doctor.

⚠️ General education only, not personal medical advice. Please speak to your own doctor about your own health and medications.

The Daily Dose with Dr Chan is a live show on lifestyle medicine and chronic disease.

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Dr Chan Tat Hon

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