Recommend Using Three "Core" Meds for Resistant Hypertension
October 2014
You'll see more focus on managing resistant hypertension...when more than 3 drugs, including a diuretic, are needed to control BP.
About 10% of hypertensive patients seem to be truly "resistant."
But many more patients on 3 or more meds have uncontrolled BP due to poor adherence...or inadequate treatment regimens.
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