I am 52 years old.Since having a laparoscopically assisted  hysterectomy ten days ago, I have had lower blood pressure than usual-still within the normal range (this morning,113 on 70). However Ive been experiencing dizziness. Five months ago I was placed on Atacand medication due to High B.P and now taking Atacand Plus. I realise that the lowered BP is due to the effect of the morphine PCA following surgery and the reduced mobility. At this stage in recovery, I am certainly less mobile than usual, but relatively active for this stage of recovery. Should I take my blood pressure  in the morning, once Im up and about, before taking the prescribed Atacand PLus, or should I just continue to take it as normal?
Hi, Thank you for your question. The blood pressure that you have mentioned should not cause any dizziness. Morphine PCA following a surgery can cause low blood pressure. Chat Doctor.  Continue taking your usual medication. Check your blood pressure only once daily. Whenever you sit for a longer time, make sure you stand for a minute, and then you start to walk. Standing up and walking immediately can sometimes make you feel dizzy which is known as orthostatic hypotension. Hope it helps. Regards.