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Medications and supplements that can raise your blood pressure
Pain medications
Cold medicines (decongestants)
Hormonal birth control
A caution on illegal drugs
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Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
Medicines for a stuffy nose, called decongestants
Antidepressants
Birth control with hormones
Caffeine
Herbal supplements
Biological therapies
Immunosuppressants
Stimulants
Illicit drugs
Cold medicines (decongestants)
Hormonal birth control
A caution on illegal drugs
Content
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
Medicines for a stuffy nose, called decongestants
Antidepressants
Birth control with hormones
Caffeine
Herbal supplements
Biological therapies
Immunosuppressants
Stimulants
Illicit drugs
Antidepressants
Antidepressants change the body's response to brain chemicals that affect mood. But in doing so, they may raise blood pressure. Types of antidepressants that can raise blood pressure include:
- Monoamine oxidase inhibitors.
- Tricyclic antidepressants.
- Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.
If you take antidepressants, get your blood pressure checked regularly. If your blood pressure goes up or isn't well controlled, talk with your healthcare professional about your options.
