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Common side effects for oral decongestants include insomnia, hypertension (elevated blood pressure), and difficulty in urination. [12] Avoid use during pregnancy as it may cause vasoconstriction of uterine arteries thus reducing fetal blood supply. [14] Zyrtec-D, an example of combination therapy. Combination therapy with antihistamines
For most people, recommendations are to reduce blood pressure to less than or equal to somewhere between 140/90 mmHg and 160/100 mmHg. [2] In general, for people with elevated blood pressure, attempting to achieve lower levels of blood pressure than the recommended 140/90 mmHg will create more harm than benefits, [3] in particular for older people. [4]
Chlorphenamine produces less sedation than other first-generation antihistamines. [9] A large study on people 65 years old or older linked the development of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia to the "higher cumulative" use of chlorphenamine and other first-generation antihistamines, due to their anticholinergic properties. [10]
PET studies with antihistamines have found that brain H 1 receptor occupancy of more than 50% is associated with a high prevalence of somnolence and cognitive decline, whereas brain H 1 receptor occupancy of less than 20% is considered to be non-sedative. [46] Hydroxyzine also acts as a functional inhibitor of acid sphingomyelinase. [47]
A 2012 study in Plant Foods for Human Nutrition suggests that the high antioxidant levels in pomegranate juice can help lower blood pressure. Try it: Add the juicy seeds to your favorite dishes ...
Older people are more likely to experience drowsiness from antihistamine use than younger people. [1] Continuous and/or cumulative use of anticholinergic medications, including first-generation antihistamines, is associated with higher risk for cognitive decline and dementia in older people. [31] [32]
People with obesity and high blood pressure got the best results. Better calcium regulation may be one of the main reasons for this effect. Before supplementing with vitamin D, people should get ...
Whether you’re managing high blood pressure or just want to warm up with a quick, comforting bowl of soup, these better-for-you canned soups are packed with nutrition and flavor! Lentil Soup