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Have Hypertension For A Long Term. Have Been On Medication. What To Do?
hi just what some quick info on hypertension and why certain drugs are used and what stain may be used?
55yr old over weight gentleman
choles 9.2
given an ace inhibitor
calcium channel blocker
thiazide diuretic
has longterm hypertension
why does the guy go on this and what is the best stain to put him on please?
All statins are almost similar with minor individual differences / there is no specific need to change or choose and the class effect is more important. Your cholesterol is rather high – you may have to step up to the maximum dose of the given statin / and also you may need additional drug – of course in addition to life style changes. Check it again in 2 months...
The drugs for your blood pressure are alright too – There are specific indications and contraindications for individual drug/class – and it is usually the associated co-morbidity. If there is nothing particular, ACEI (Angiotensin Receptor Inhibitor) or ARB (Angiotensin Receptor Blocker) is first choice / CCB (Calcium Channel Blocker) or Diuretic (like Thiazide) is the second and/or third... You are in good hands... Keep following...
Take care Wishing speedy recovery God bless Good luck
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Have Hypertension For A Long Term. Have Been On Medication. What To Do?
Hi friend, Welcome to Health Care Magic All statins are almost similar with minor individual differences / there is no specific need to change or choose and the class effect is more important. Your cholesterol is rather high – you may have to step up to the maximum dose of the given statin / and also you may need additional drug – of course in addition to life style changes. Check it again in 2 months... The drugs for your blood pressure are alright too – There are specific indications and contraindications for individual drug/class – and it is usually the associated co-morbidity. If there is nothing particular, ACEI (Angiotensin Receptor Inhibitor) or ARB (Angiotensin Receptor Blocker) is first choice / CCB (Calcium Channel Blocker) or Diuretic (like Thiazide) is the second and/or third... You are in good hands... Keep following... Take care Wishing speedy recovery God bless Good luck