Blood Pressure Medication as Part of Hypertension Treatment
If your doctor prescribes medication as part of your hypertension treatment, it's important to take your pills exactly as directed. Even if you feel well, you still need to take your medicine. It is impossible to feel the damage that could be occurring inside of your body until it is too late.
What Types of Medication Are Used in Hypertension Treatment?
There are several types of antihypertensive drugs. In many cases, a combination of drugs works better than a single medication. The types of drugs commonly used for hypertension treatment include:
- Beta blockers
- Diuretics
- Angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs)
- Calcium channel blockers (CCBs)
- ACE inhibitors
- Alpha blockers
- Alpha-beta blockers
- Nervous system inhibitors
- Vasodilators.