Decongestants like pseudoephedrine and phenylephrine can raise blood pressure and interfere with heart medications. Learn which OTC cold remedies to avoid and safer alternatives if you have hypertension.
Men with an enlarged prostate must avoid common decongestants like pseudoephedrine. These drugs can cause sudden urinary retention, requiring emergency catheterization. Safer alternatives exist - here’s what to use instead.
Antihistamines can affect blood pressure differently depending on the type. Second-generation options like loratadine and fexofenadine are generally safe for people with hypertension, while first-generation drugs like Benadryl and combo products with decongestants may cause dangerous drops or spikes. Learn which ones to use and how to monitor your blood pressure safely.