EXFORGE HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE REALITY SERIES
Lucinda Episode 6
EXR-900598-F
A COMBINATION FOR SUCCESS
0:05
Lucinda:
Before I was diagnosed with high blood pressure, I kind of looked at it as a stigma. Today I'm no longer afraid of high blood pressure. I have it and all I can do is manage it, and help other people understand how they can manage it too.
0:23
Lucinda:
Yeah, I can't wait. OK.
0:26
Lucinda:
Yesterday I was talking with a colleague of mine and I happened to mention blood pressure. And he said, "Yeah, you know, I haven't gotten my prescription filled in months. I just don't have time for it." And I was really shocked.
0:40
Dr. Cannaday:
High blood pressure is a very serious disease. And it's a very manageable disease with diet, exercise, and medication.
0:48
Lucinda:
I just realized that my family and my health are the most critical aspects that I need to take care of. I want to see my son grow into a healthy, responsible young man, so taking care of myself is a lot of the equation.
1:03
Kemry:
Besame. I love you.
1:08
Lucinda:
It's been about a year and half that I've been taking Exforge. I take it once a day, generally in the morning, and I'm pleased to report that my blood pressure is still at a healthy level. Exforge works for me.
Super:
(Individual Results May Vary)
VO:
EXFORGE, Amlodipine and Valsartan tablets, is a prescription medication for the treatment of high blood pressure. It may be used when one medicine to lower your high blood pressure is not enough. It may also be used as the first medicine to lower high blood pressure if your doctor decides you are likely to need more than one medicine.
1:40
Dr. Cannaday:
Let's see what we think about your pressure here. Wonderful.
Lucinda:
Alright. I'm happy about that number.
1:46
Dr. Cannaday:
Lucinda is an excellent case, and when she sees the numbers, she's even more encouraged to diet and exercise.
Super:
(Individual Results May Vary)
1:56
Lucinda:
It's funny most of us are in denial about things we just don't want to face. And many people talk about their high blood pressure as being "just a little high". Even if you're on the borderline, that is your signal that it's time to start looking for ways to manage that high blood pressure. If you can help control it, with lifestyle changes and the right blood pressure medication, why not do that?
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EXFORGE is a prescription medication for the treatment of high blood pressure. It may be used when one medicine to lower your high blood pressure is not enough. It may also be used as the first medicine to lower high blood pressure if your doctor decides you are likely to need more than one medicine.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
What is the most important information I should know about EXFORGE?
If you become pregnant, stop taking EXFORGE and call your doctor right away. EXFORGE can harm an unborn baby causing injury and even death. If you plan to become pregnant, talk to your doctor about other treatment options to lower your blood pressure before taking EXFORGE.
Serious side effects could occur such as:
- Low blood pressure (hypotension). Lie down if you feel faint or dizzy and call your doctor right away.
- Worsening chest pain (angina) or heart attack, particularly in patients who already have severe heart disease. Get emergency help if you get worse chest pain or chest pain that does not go away.
- Kidney problems, changes in blood test results for patients with congestive heart failure, or allergic reactions. Call your doctor if you get swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands or unexplained weight gain.
Side effects are usually mild and brief. The most common side effects that occur more frequently with EXFORGE than placebo (sugar pill) are swelling of the hands, ankles, or feet; nasal congestion or sore throat, head or chest cold; and dizziness.
The EXFORGE patients, their physicians, and members of their support network are real and have been compensated for their time.
Individual Results May Vary
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