Ask Your Doctor If You Have High Blood Pressure

• What is my blood pressure reading in numbers?
• What is my goal blood pressure?
• Is my blood pressure under adequate control?
• Is my systolic pressure too high (over 140)?
• What would be a healthy weight for me?
• Is there a diet to help me lose weight (if I need to) and lower my blood pressure?
• Is there a recommended healthy eating plan I should follow to help lower my blood pressure (if I don't need to lose weight)?
• Is it safe for me to start doing regular physical activity?
• What is the name of my blood pressure medication? Is that the brand name or the generic name?
• What are the possible side effects of my medication? (Be sure the doctor knows about any allergies you have and any other medications you are taking, including over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, and dietary supplements.)
• What time of day should I take my blood pressure medicine?
  Should I take it with food?
• Are there any foods, beverages, or dietary supplements I should avoid when taking this medicine?
• What should I do if I forget to take my blood pressure medicine at the recommended time? Should I take it as soon as I remember or should I wait until the next dosage is due?