how to treat resistant hypertension
June 2008
Experts are giving new guidance on how to treat resistant hypertension...when more than 3 drugs are required to control BP.
One of the drugs should be a diuretic to prevent fluid retention.
For most patients, recommend chlorthalidone...it's usually more effective than hydrochlorothiazide for reducing blood pressure.
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