Micardis and leg pain - High & Low Blood Pressure Message Board

suki1724 · 02-27-2008, 01:13 PM

I've been on micardis for a little over a week, and my Dr. just added a small dose of lasix (5mg) I have been having the worst crampy type pain in both of my legs and I'm thinking it's probably the micardis? I've only been on the small dose of lasix for two days so I don't think I'd be having the pain from that yet. Has anyone else had leg pain on an ARB?

I don't think that there is a BP drug in existence that I can tolerate!

bethsheba · 02-27-2008, 01:26 PM

suki,

I haven't been on micardis, but I have been on a diuretic...and believe you me, diuretics can cause leg pain! I suggest you read the package inserts for both medications and find out what they recommend should you get that symptom.

Although some symtoms may come and go, that particular symptom may get worse...do check those inserts, and call your doctor.

Bethsheba

wamylove · 02-27-2008, 07:49 PM

They gave me Lasix during my last fibroid surgery and I had leg pains for 2 days after. I think it's the lowering of potassium, so get your electrolytes checked.

bethsheba · 02-27-2008, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by wamylove

...I think it's the lowering of potassium, so get your electrolytes checked.

I think you're right!

Bethsheba

suki1724 · 02-28-2008, 07:10 AM

My Dr. sent me for bloodwork yesterday, so I'm waiting to hear what my electrolytes are doing. I also have the flu, so I'm just a pretty unhappy camper right now!