How can I get the most from my medicines?
Why Treatment Fails for Some PeopleTaking medicines for high blood pressure can be very effective. The problem is getting people to take their medicine on a regular basis. People often stop taking blood pressure medicine for these reasons.
- They forget.
- They don't feel sick.
- The medicine causes side effects.
- They don't believe they are getting better.
- The medicine is expensive.
- They don't know about the risks of stopping treatment.
- They don't know enough about the dangers of their condition.
If you find that one of these reasons stops you from taking your blood pressure medicine regularly, talk with your healthcare provider. If you don't take your medicine, you're putting your health at risk.