Drug-Induced Hypertension
Alternate Names : Hypertension - Medication Related
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Treatment
The goal of treatment is to reduce your blood pressure, which will lower the risk of complications. The goal is blood pressure at least below 140/90 and below 130/80 if you have diabetes or kidney disease.
Whenever possible, the substance that caused your hypertension is discontinued. Adjustments may be made in medical therapy if current medications are causing hypertension and discontinuation of these drugs is not advisable.
Medications that may be used to modify blood pressure include:
- Diuretics
- Potassium replacements
- Beta blockers
- Calcium channel blockers
- Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors
- Angiotensin receptor blockers (ARB)
- Hydarlazine, doxazosin, and prazosin
Have your blood pressure checked at regular intervals (as recommended by your health care provider) to monitor its condition and response to treatment.
Lifestyle changes may be recommended, including such things as weight loss, exercise, avoidance of excess alcohol intake, and dietary adjustments.
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