Homeopathy Medicine for Low Blood Pressure

However, for many people, abnormally low blood pressure (hypotension) can cause dizziness and fainting. In severe cases, low blood pressure can be life-threatening. Although low blood pressure may seem desirable and may not cause any issues for some people, it can also be problematic for others.

Low blood pressure is typically defined as having a systolic or diastolic reading that is less than 90 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg) or 60 mm Hg, respectively.

It’s critical to identify the cause of low blood pressure so that it can be treated. These causes can range from dehydration to serious medical disorders.

Symptoms

When blood pressure drops suddenly or is accompanied by symptoms like these, for some people, it indicates an underlying issue.

• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Fainting
• Blurred or fading vision
• Nausea
• Fatigue
• Lack of concentration

Shock

This condition is potentially fatal and has the following warning signs and symptoms:

• confusion, particularly in the elderly
• Cold, clammy, pale skin
• Rapid, shallow breathing
• Weak and rapid pulse

Causes

When your heart beats actively and when it is at rest, your arteries’ pressure is measured by your blood pressure.

• Systolic pressure.When your heart pumps blood through your arteries to the rest of your body, it exerts pressure, which is represented by the top number in a blood pressure reading.
• Diastolic pressure.When your heart is at rest in between beats, your arteries are under a certain amount of pressure, which is indicated by the bottom number in your blood pressure reading.

The blood pressure should be less than 120/80 mm Hg according to current recommendations.

Blood pressure varies throughout the day, depending on:

• Body position
• Breathing rhythm
• Stress level
• Physical condition
• Medications you take
• what you consume and consumes
• Time of day

Typically, blood pressure peaks in the morning after a night of low pressure.

Blood pressure: How low can you go?

Most doctors only consider blood pressure to be too low if it results in symptoms, so what you may consider to be low blood pressure may be normal for someone else.

If your systolic or diastolic pressure is less than 90 or 60 millimeters of mercury, according to some experts, your blood pressure is considered to be low.

Even a small change in blood pressure, like going from 110 systolic to 90 systolic, can result in dizziness and fainting because the brain isn’t getting enough blood, and large drops, like those brought on by uncontrolled bleeding, severe infections, or allergic reactions, can be fatal.

Conditions that can cause low blood pressure

Low blood pressure may result from a number of medical conditions, such as:

• Pregnancy.It is normal for blood pressure to drop during pregnancy due to the rapid expansion of the circulatory system; however, after giving birth, blood pressure typically returns to its pre-pregnancy level.
• Heart problems.Low heart rate (bradycardia), issues with the heart valves, heart attacks, and heart failure are a few heart conditions that can cause low blood pressure.
• Endocrine problems.Low blood pressure may result from hypothyroidism, Addison’s disease, adrenal insufficiency, hypoglycemia, and, in some cases, diabetes.
• Dehydration.Fever, vomiting, severe diarrhea, overusing diuretics, and strenuous exercise can all contribute to dehydration, which is characterized by the body losing more water than it is able to absorb.
• Blood loss.When you lose a lot of blood, whether from an extensive wound or internal bleeding, your body holds onto less blood, which causes your blood pressure to drop dramatically.
• Severe infection (septicemia).Septic shock, a potentially fatal drop in blood pressure, can result from an infection in the body that has reached the bloodstream.
• Severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis).In addition to breathing difficulties, hives, itching, a swollen throat, and a dangerous drop in blood pressure, anaphylaxis can be brought on by foods, some medications, insect venoms, latex, and other substances.
• Lack of nutrients in your diet.Low blood pressure is brought on by anemia, which can be brought on by a lack of iron, folate, and the B vitamins B-12 and B12.

Medications that can cause low blood pressure

Low blood pressure can result from taking certain medications, such as:

• Diuretics, or water pills, include hydrochlorothiazide (Microzide, Lasix), furosemide (Lasix), and others.
• Alpha-blocking medications like prazosin (Minipress)
• Beta blockers include propranolol (Inderal, Innopran XL, Tenormin), atenolol (Tenormin), and others.
• Levodopa- or pramipexole-containing medications for Parkinson’s disease
• Tricyclic antidepressants of a certain type, such as doxepin (Silenor) and imipramine (Tofranil),
• Especially when combined with the heart medication nitroglycerin (Nitrostat, others), erectile dysfunction medications like sildenafil (Revatio, Viagra) or tadalafil (Adcirca, Alyq, Cialis) are recommended.

Types of low blood pressure

Depending on the underlying causes and additional factors, doctors frequently classify low blood pressure (hypotension), dividing it into different subtypes.

• Low blood pressure on standing up (orthostatic or postural) hypotension).When you get out of a sitting or lying down position, your blood pressure drops suddenly.

  When you stand, gravity causes blood to collect in your legs; normally, your body counteracts this by speeding up your heartbeat and tightening blood vessels, ensuring that enough blood gets back to your brain.

  However, this compensatory mechanism fails in individuals with orthostatic hypotension, causing blood pressure to drop and causing symptoms like lightheadedness, dizziness, blurred vision, and even fainting.

  Numerous factors, such as dehydration, extended bed rest, pregnancy, diabetes, heart issues, burns, extreme heat, large varicose veins, and specific neurological disorders, can cause orthostatic hypotension.

  Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, diuretics, beta blockers, calcium channel blockers, antidepressants, and medications for Parkinson’s disease and erectile dysfunction are among the medications that can result in orthostatic hypotension. Other medications that can cause orthostatic hypotension include those used to treat depression and Parkinson’s disease as well as erectile dysfunction and diuretics.

  Orthostatic hypotension, which occurs when the blood pressure drops suddenly after sitting with the legs crossed or squatting for a while, is more common in older adults but can also affect young, healthy individuals.

• Low blood pressure after eating (postprandial hypotension).One to two hours after eating, there is a drop in blood pressure that primarily affects older adults.

  After eating, blood flows to your digestive tract; normally, your body speeds up your heartbeat and tightens some blood vessels to help maintain normal blood pressure; however, in some people, these mechanisms malfunction, resulting in dizziness, faintness, and falls.

  High blood pressure or disorders of the autonomic nervous system, such as Parkinson’s disease, are more likely to cause postprandial hypotension in a person.

  Drinking more water, cutting back on alcohol, and eating small, low-carb meals may all help to lessen symptoms.

• Low blood pressure from faulty brain signals (neurally mediated hypotension).Most commonly affecting young adults and children, this disorder appears to be caused by a breakdown in communication between the heart and the brain and results in a drop in blood pressure after prolonged standing.

• Low blood pressure due to nervous system damage (multiple system atrophy with orthostatic hypotension).The autonomic nervous system, which regulates involuntary processes like blood pressure, heart rate, breathing, and digestion, is gradually damaged by this uncommon disorder, also known as Shy-Drager syndrome, and is linked to having extremely high blood pressure while lying down.

Risk factors

Everybody can experience low blood pressure (hypotension), but some forms are more frequent depending on your age or other factors:

• Age.Neurally mediated hypotension mostly affects children and younger adults, while drops in blood pressure on standing or after eating mostly affect adults over the age of 65.
• Medications.Alpha blockers and other drugs for high blood pressure, for instance, increase the risk of low blood pressure in those who take them.
• Certain diseases.You are more likely to experience low blood pressure if you have Parkinson’s disease, diabetes, or certain types of heart disease.

Complications

Low blood pressure of any severity can result in fainting, weakness, dizziness, and an increased risk of injury from falls.

Additionally, extremely low blood pressure can damage your heart and brain by depriving your body of the oxygen it needs to function.

There are many natural methods and lifestyle changes to raise low blood pressure, including the following lifestyle changes. The majority of people with low blood pressure do not need medications or other medical interventions to raise blood pressure.

Prevention

Eat more salt

Contrary to what is commonly believed, not everyone with blood pressure issues should follow a low-sodium diet.

To help raise blood pressure in those with low blood pressure, moderate sodium intake increases should be considered.

Avoid alcoholic beverages

People who already have low blood pressure should refrain from consuming excessive alcohol because it can further lower their blood pressure.

Cross legs while sitting

Blood pressure has been shown to rise when the legs are crossed while seated, which can be problematic for those with high blood pressure.

Crossing your legs can easily raise your blood pressure if you have symptoms of low blood pressure.

Drink water

By consuming more water, one of the potential causes of low blood pressure can be reduced, and dehydration can be prevented.

Eat small meals frequently

With low blood pressure, it may be beneficial to eat smaller, more frequent meals throughout the day.

This is because eating smaller, lighter meals doesn’t cause blood pressure to drop as it would if you were to eat larger, heavier meals, etc.

HOMOEOPATHIC TREATMENT

Gelsemium and Viscum Album:In addition to severe vertigo and nausea, these potent homeopathic medications for low blood pressure are frequently prescribed to people who also experience chronic fatigue syndrome, a constant dull ache in the head, and feelings of stress.

Glonoine and Natrum Mur:Heavy headedness, vertigo, nausea, and fainting spells are frequent symptoms in these situations, and effective homeopathic remedies can help maintain low blood pressure when it drops unexpectedly as a result of prolonged sun exposure.

Carbo veg and China:When severe diarrhea and dehydration cause an abnormal drop in blood pressure, the body exhibits clear signs of exhaustion, and the pulse is so weak that it’s frequently undetectable. These conditions are treated with highly potent homeopathic medicines.

China and Ferrum Met:Irregular, feeble purse, anemia, exhaustion, and irregularity are common symptoms resulting from blood loss as a result of hemorrhage, etc.; this homeopathic medication is prescribed when the blood pressure drops as a result of heavy blood loss.