People with blood pressure higher than 130 over 80 may use medication to treat hypertension.
Drugs are usually started one at a time at a low dose. Side effects associated with antihypertensive drugs are usually minor. Eventually, a combination of at least two antihypertensive drugs is usually required.
A range of drug types are available to help lower blood pressure, including:
Diuretics, including thiazides, chlorthalidone, and indapamide
Beta-blockers and alpha-blockers
Calcium-channel blockers
Central agonists
Peripheral adrenergic inhibitor
Vasodilators
Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors
Angiotensin receptor blockers
The choice of drug depends on the individual and any other conditions they may have.
Anyone taking antihypertensive medications should be sure to carefully read labels, especially before taking any over-the-counter (OTC) medications.
These may interact with medications used to lower blood pressure.
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