Podcast Beta
Questions and Answers
What is the recommendation regarding beta blockers in the management of hypertension?
Beta blockers are not considered as first line in the absence of a compelling indication.
When should two medicines be started at the beginning in stage 2 hypertension?
If the blood pressure is higher than 20/10 mmHg from the target.
What is the recommendation if the blood pressure target is not achieved by a single agent?
Add a second agent rather than increasing the dose of the first medicine to maximum dose.
Name three main classes of medication used for treating hypertension.
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What is an important consideration when selecting hypertension medications?
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What are the common adverse effects of Calcium Channel Blockers (CCB)?
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In which special population should Angiotensin Converting Enzyme inhibitors (ACE-I) not be given?
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Why is it important to avoid increasing the dose of the first medicine to maximum dose if the blood pressure target is not achieved?
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Name some other classes of medications that can be considered for hypertension treatment.
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What should be the first approach in treating hypertension with medications?
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