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1. www.nhs.uk › complications › high-blood-pressureHigh blood pressure (hypertension) and pregnancy - NHS

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   High blood pressure, or hypertension, does not usually make you feel unwell, but it can sometimes be serious in pregnancy. Your midwife will check your blood pressure at all your antenatal (pregnancy) appointments.

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2. www.nhs.uk › medicines › atorvastatinCommon questions about atorvastatin - NHS

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   You will still be protected from pregnancy, but this could increase your chances of side effects from contraceptive pills. If you have any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. If atorvastatin makes you have severe diarrhoea for more than 24 hours, your contraceptive pills may not protect you from pregnancy.

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4. www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk › health-informationAntenatal hypertension (high blood pressure in pregnancy ...

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   Our clinic can support you if you have or are at risk of antenatal hypertension, and give advice about how it can affect your pregnancy (including the risk of preclampsia), treatment, checking your blood pressure at home, and planning your birth.

5. www.nhs.uk › conditions › statinsStatins - NHS

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   Oct 3, 2018 · Statins come as tablets that are taken once a day. Your dose will depend on why you need the medicine, your cholesterol levels, and other medicines you're taking. Your GP may increase your statins to the maximum dose. This helps to manage your cholesterol levels and prevent cardiovascular disease. For some types of statin it does not matter ...

6. www.bhf.org.uk › medical › drug-cabinetStatins – your questions answered - BHF

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   It’s important to find information that’s evidence-based and from a trusted source, such as the NHS and the British Heart Foundation. If you're unsure speak to your doctor, they can discuss it with you. Read about statins research and information on the myths and facts of statins.

7. www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk › leaflets › raised-bloodRaised blood pressure in pregnancy: Gestational - Royal ...

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   Raised Blood Pressure In Pregnancy Gestational Apr22 (195kb) The leaflets on this website are produced by Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust staff for patients assessed and treated in our Trust.

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   Why should I go to the hypertension in pregnancy clinic?

   • It's important that you come to the hypertension in pregnancy clinic early in your pregnancy so we can check you are getting the right treatment and that it is safe for your baby. Having high blood pressure in pregnancy means your blood pressure is more likely to become very high. This chance can be lowered by taking blood pressure medicines.

   Antenatal hypertension (high blood pressure in pregnancy) - Overview

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   What is a 'gestational hypertension' leaflet?

   • This leaflet is for women who have high blood pressure brought on by their pregnancy, usually appearing after week 20 of their pregnancy – known as ‘gestational hypertension’. The leaflet explains what it is, how it is monitored and how it is treated during pregnancy. If you have any questions or concerns, please speak to your midwife or doctor.

   Raised blood pressure in pregnancy: Gestational hypertension

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   What is antenatal hypertension?

   • Antenatal hypertension is the medical term for high blood pressure during pregnancy. If you have hypertension, or are at risk of it, we offer specialist care to help look after you and your baby during your pregnancy. About 1 in 10 women have high blood pressure during pregnancy. If hypertension is not managed, your blood pressure can increase.

   Antenatal hypertension (high blood pressure in pregnancy) - Overview

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   Can I take medication if I have gestational hypertension?

   • Women with gestational hypertension may require medication to lower their blood pressure. There are different types of medication that are safe to use in pregnancy and your doctor will recommend these if necessary.

   Raised blood pressure in pregnancy: Gestational hypertension

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   Can high blood pressure go away during pregnancy?

   • If you are diagnosed with high blood pressure before you become pregnant, or within the first 20 weeks of your pregnancy, you have chronic or ‘pre-existing’ hypertension. This is not caused by your pregnancy and usually will not go away once you have given birth. If you have chronic hypertension you are likely to be taking medicines already.

   Antenatal hypertension (high blood pressure in pregnancy) - Overview

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   Does atorvastatin affect pregnancy?

   • Atorvastatin may slightly increase the hormones released into your system from some . You will still be protected from pregnancy, but this could increase your chances of side effects from contraceptive pills. If you have any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

   Common questions about atorvastatin - NHS

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9. www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk › media › 0lxhc0aqRaised blood pressure in pregnancy: Gestational hypertension

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   This leaflet is for women who have high blood pressure brought on by their pregnancy, usually appearing after week 20 of their pregnancy – known as ‘gestational hypertension’. The leaflet explains what it is, how it is monitored and how it is treated during pregnancy.