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antihypertensive treatment can reduce incidence of stroke by 35-40%, heart attack by 20-25%, and onset of new heart failure by 50%.

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Are there any interactions with of antihypertensive drugs?

Specific drug references should be consulted, since interactions vary for antihypertensive drugs.


Antihypertensive drugs are used to do what?

reduce blood pressure and associated complications


What is the antihypertensive drug causes hemolytic anemia?

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What Class of high-blood pressure medication does Losartan belong to?

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What is the mechanisms of action of antihypertensive drugs?

Depending on the class of anti-hypertensive drug, the mechanism of action can vary greatly. There are beta adrenergic blocker agents, angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, diuretics, ARBs, and many more.


What is an antihypertensive?

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What medical treatments could lead to depression?

Antihypertensive drugs, steroids, muscle relaxants, anticancer drugs, and opioids, as well as extensive surgery such as a coronary bypass, may lead to depression.


What does metaprolol do?

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What is the antihypertensive drugs contraindicated within the 24 months?

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When is the best time to take antihypertensive drug?

Recommended dosage varies with patient, drug, severity of hypertension, and whether the drug is being used alone or in combination with other drugs.


What are some good journal sources of information on antihypertensive drugs?

Belden, Heidi. "Debate Continues Over Best Drug for Hypertension." Drug Topics (April 21, 2003): 32. Mechcatie, Elizabeth. "Genetics Will Guide Prescribing for Hypertension: Genotype Predicts Response to Drug." Internal Medicine News (July 1, 2003)


Why shouldn't someone taking antihypertensive drugs drink alcohol?

Three reasons:Alcohol can reduce the effectiveness of the antihypertensive drugs by causing them to move through the body more rapidly than normal, andalcohol can aggravate high blood pressure by stressing the kidneys.Finally, as alcohol leaves the system it can cause dangerous "spikes" in blood pressure. These can cause strokes, especially in people with preexisting conditions -- which includes, by definition, anyone taking anti-hypertensives.