Which of the following is NOT one of the four major categories of drugs for lowering blood pressure? A) Diuretics B) Beta blockers C) ACE inhibitors D) Calcium channel blockers

Understand the Problem

The question is asking to identify which option is not considered one of the four main types of medication used to treat high blood pressure. It lists four types of drugs and requires determining if one of them does not belong in the classification.

More Information

All four options provided are major categories for lowering blood pressure, but the listed ones often include 'ARBs' or Angiotensin II receptor blockers. This category is different from those provided.

Tips

Confusing different classes of medications with specific uses for hypertension could cause mistakes. Familiarize yourself with each medication class and its role.

Sources

• Types of Blood Pressure Medications | American Heart Association - heart.org
• List of Blood Pressure Medications - Verywell Health - verywellhealth.com