Heart Health
What is labile hypertension?
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One common but underappreciated cause of labile hypertension is taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn), and the prescription drug celecoxib (Celebrex). NSAIDs tend to raise blood pressure, probably by altering blood flow in the kidneys, causing the body to retain more sodium and water.
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