If you’re among the millions of people managing high blood pressure (hypertension), your daily routine likely includes a mix of medication, diet, and lifestyle changes. But did you know that some common pills—even over-the-counter ones—can silently raise your blood pressure and increase your risk of stroke or heart attack?
Here are the medications to consider if you have high blood pressure:
🔴 Decongestants (e.g., pseudoephedrine, phenylephrine)
These ingredients, found in many cold and flu medications, constrict blood vessels to relieve swelling in your nasal passages—but they also increase your blood
