Answer
Pain during patch treatment can cause a temporary increase, so blood pressure is monitored during the procedure. This is especially relevant with poorly controlled hypertension or cardiovascular disease.
Sources for this answer
- Qutenza 179mg cutaneous patch (UK-GB) — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
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