How close to clinic cuffs?
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Your question is somewhat confusing, because you first ask about medicines and then cuffs (two different things). I'm guessing you're more concerned about the cuffs, so I'll try to answer that.As Harmony mentioned, size does matter. I recommend you ask the pharmacist to help you find the right match, both for the cuff and for the features and price you are looking for. You should be able to find something for about $50. Avoid the wrist cuffs. The standard place to take BP is above the elbow.It is said that these BP monitors require regular calibration. I haven't seen any evidence to indicate that. But just to be sure, you can take yours in with you when you see your doctor. Compare the readings that they get with their own machines vs. your own readings with your drug store model. They should be generally comparable, within a certain measurement error tolerance. There are several sources of BP variation that have nothing to do with the instrument used. These include:Body position, time of day, resting duration, and all of the other factors that actually control your BP. There is also something known as "white coat syndrome" which may cause your BP to be elevated in a doctor's office.To get a true "resting" reading, sit in a chair with your feet on the floor. Rest for a few minutes first. The preferable time to take your BP is in the morning, before the pressures and foods of the day get going.I hope this helps.
It depends on how well the cuffs fit you. The problem with monitors in stores is that they have a one size fits all cuff. If you are smaller or larger than normal it won't fit well and the reading will be off.
They are prescription drugs and will need to be filled at the pharmacy nearest you. Your Dr. wil need to give you a prescription.
walmart has $4.00 blood pressure medicines, you will need a doctors prescription, no need for insurance and $4.00 is for a month supply
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