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You should try to go to a holistic medical doctor, a naturopath without medication but you really have to be committed to following this carefully if you stop regular medicne. The naturopath usually works in a holistic medicine practice and he/she may have some ideas on how to control your blood pressure without presription medicine. New studies are being done regarding acupuncture in the treatment of high blood pressure. If you live near a university medical center call and ask if there are any studies being done regarding blood pressure and acupuncture or blood pressure and stress. If your pressure problems are stress induced, you could work on ways to relieve stress and perhaps lower the medication you are taking. If you have side effects from the medication you are currently taking, you could also work with your doctor to try other medications. This may take several months but it is worthwhile in the long run. You should have a home machine (buy in pharmacy for around $30) to check your blood pressure at home and you can keep a log book of your readings. You can also check your pressure in many pharmacies for free on their machines.