re: Anyone weaned off bp meds?

Been on BP meds since I was in early 30's. I'm 5'10, 190, workout regularly, and eat fairly healthy. Still wear same size jeans now I did 20 years ago. I bring this up only to show BP is often a result of heredity and meds just become part of your life. There are dozens of meds on the market so if one is causing side effects, ask your doc to try a different one. I take a cocktail, a calcium channel blocker in the morning and a beta blocker at night. Little to no side effects and my BP is usually in the 120/80-130/90 range. These meds also have benefits for my heart and are dirt cheap so it's a no-brainer for me. Uncontrolled high BP not only increases your risk for heart attacks and stroke but wreaks havoc on your kidneys. Under no circumstances would I not take my meds without consulting my physician.