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Conditions in Depth
This page contains the basic information about High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) .
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Treatment
Sometimes lifestyle changes cannot adequately control hypertension. If this is the case, medication will be needed.
Antihypertensive medications include:
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Diuretics
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Beta-blockers
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ACE inhibitors
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Angiotensin receptor blockers
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Calcium channel blockers
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Alpha-blockers
People with diabetes, kidney disease or heart problems are at higher risk of complications from hypertension. As a result, they are usually treated more aggressively with medications.
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Created: 4/27/2004 |
Last Modified: 8/21/2006
From Health A-Z, Harvard Health Publications. Copyright 2006 by the President and Fellows of Harvard College. All rights reserved. Written permission is required to reproduce, in any manner, in whole or in part, the material contained herein. To make a reprint request, contact Harvard Health Publications. Used with permission of StayWell.
From Health A-Z, Harvard Health Publications. Copyright 2006 by the President and Fellows of Harvard College. All rights reserved. Written permission is required to reproduce, in any manner, in whole or in part, the material contained herein. To make a reprint request, contact Harvard Health Publications. Used with permission of StayWell.