BP 142/92. Should I take antihypertensive drugs?

Blood pressure 142/92 mmHg

is a mild increase, which may be transient, such as affected by exercise, diet, mood and other factors. If it persists at this level, it belongs to hypertension, but it is relatively mild. It is generally recommended to control blood pressure by adjusting diet and living habits, such as weight loss, limiting sodium intake, increasing exercise, etc. If blood pressure does not decrease to normal through diet and lifestyle adjustments, medication is recommended at the doctor's suggestion.

Special attention should be paid to seeing a doctor if blood pressure continues to be higher than 140/90mmHg, so that the doctor can formulate a treatment plan according to the specific situation.