Why does a water pill effect high blood pressure?

Question

I recently got diagnosed with slightly high blood pressure and unfortunately am pretty young to have this issue. My primary care doctor prescribed only a water pill, instead of a highblood pressure pill. What is it about the "water pill" that lowers blood pressure? Within a week of taking the water pill my blood pressure was back to perfect. :)

Answer 1

It pulls excess fluid allowing your body to flush it out thru the kidneys...less fluid in the vascular system=less pressure in the vascular system, i.e. lower BP.

Depending on the type of diuretic you are on your body can be depleted of potassium, which can be dangerous. Be sure to take any other medications and follow up with any blood tests your doctor recommends.

Answer 2

3 years ago, I was diagnosed - hypertension with a reading of 160/100. I used to feel dizzy a lot, my legs had awful cramps, and levels were very low in my potassium, causing my fingers and toes to always cramp together. One day I started to feel really faint while I was driving with my daughter in the back seat and I passed out, hitting 3 cars and ending up in a ditch. That moment,I knew I had to do something because my meds weren't working. I heard about this diet from a friend and thought I'd give it a shot. The results have been remarkable. In just 21 days, I honestly can't remember feeling this good, my blood pressure went from 175/110 to 125/70.

Answer 3

Too much water in your body makes your heart work harder which increases your blood pressure. Eliminating some water will ease up on your heart and your blood pressure.

Answer 4

The water pill helps your body rid itself of excess water that you may be retaining. With less water in your cells, it is easier for blood to flow through your arteries and veins. It also gives your blood less water volume which leads to easier blood flow also. The easier the blood flows the less your body has to work and the lower your blood pressure.