Hypertension

What to know about COPD and blood pressure
What is the connection between COPD and blood pressure? Read on to learn more about the two conditions, such as how COPD can affect blood pressure.
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Cardiovascular disease and race: Causes
In the United States, rates of cardiovascular disease vary among races and ethnicities. Learn more about cardiovascular disease and race.
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Furosemide, oral tablet
Furosemide is a prescription drug used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and edema. Learn about side effects, warnings, dosage, and more.
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Hydrochlorothiazide, oral tablet
Hydrochlorothiazide oral tablet is a prescription medication that's used to treat high blood pressure, and swelling caused by heart failure, liver…
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Losartan, oral tablet
Losartan is a prescription drug used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It’s also used to treat diabetic nephropathy, and to reduce stroke…
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Metoprolol and cost
Find information about cost and metoprolol, how generic and brand-name prices compare, what financial assistance is available, and more.
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Spironolactone and cost
Get the facts on cost and spironolactone, how the generic compares with brand names, what financial assistance is available, and more.
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Lisinopril oral tablet
Lisinopril oral tablet is a generic prescription drug used for hypertension, heart failure, and heart attack. Learn about side effects, dosage, uses…
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Clonidine IR oral tablet
Clonidine IR oral tablet is a generic prescription drug that treats hypertension (high blood pressure) in adults. Learn about side effects, dosage…
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Hypertensive emergency: What to know
A hypertensive emergency is life threatening, and it involves having dangerously high blood pressure that can cause organ damage. Learn more here.
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Different treatments for hypertension
Treatment for hypertension can include medications such as beta-blockers and lifestyle adjustments such as maintaining a moderate weight and staying…
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Pregnancy complications: A guide
A person may experience complications throughout pregnancy. Learn more about some examples of pregnancy complications and how to treat them here.
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What to know about the 6-minute walk test
Doctors use the 6-minute walk test (6MWT) to evaluate the health of people with certain health conditions and the effectiveness of their treatments…
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Congestive heart failure: Life expectancy and stages
This article looks at the symptoms, stages, and life expectancy of a person with congestive heart failure. We also look at treatment options…
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What to know about nonalcoholic fatty liver disease
Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease is a condition in which fatty deposits build up in the liver. Here, find out what causes it and how to manage it.
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Lisinopril and cost
Get the facts on the cost and lisinopril, how generics compare with brand names, what financial assistance is available, and more.
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What to know about congestive heart failure (CHF)
In people with congestive heart failure, the heart is unable to pump blood around the body properly. Learn about the types, causes, and treatment…
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10 natural sources for beta-blockers
Fish, garlic, berries, and certain vitamins and amino acids are all natural sources of beta-blockers. Learn more.
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Tadalafil and cost
Learn about cost and tadalafil, financial and insurance assistance, ways to lower long-term costs, and more.
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What is an excessive amount of dietary salt?
How much salt should a person consume a day? Read on to learn more about appropriate amounts and what happens if a person has too much.
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