Q: Does Vicodin cause low or high blood pressure?
A: Vicodin is a pain killer intended for short term use because it has a high potential for abuse and addiction. Adverse cardiovascular reactions have been reported with use of Vicodin. These include slowing of the heart beat, palpitations, hypertension, hypotension, and fainting. (Gold Standard Inc. Drug Information 2007)
Which pain relievers for chronic pain are known not to raise BP as I have uncontrolled BP, and am already on 4 different meds. I do take vicodin for chronic pain. What would be a better choice?
Dr Rowena
I am taking ExForge5/320 mg for 2 years
i also take loritab 7.5 mg for 4 yrs…i have had 2 ankle surgerys (fusions) 1st failed 2nd one worked decently but still have daily pain to where i take 3 7.5 loritabs a day. I have tried to cut down on the medicine and it is tampering with my anxiety and blood pressure. I am over weight which i am now starting to lose weight and will stay with because i am scared and feel i am running out of straws. My BP and occasional anxiety attacks scare me the most. I need help with encouragement and suggestions to follow thru with…thank you for your time Dr….everyones time is precious….God Bless….Thomas