Hypertension

What to know about alcohol and blood pressure
Drinking a lot of alcohol can affect blood pressure in several ways. Learn more about alcohol and blood pressure in this article.
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6 health benefits of nectarines
Nectarines are high in vitamin C and may reduce blood pressure, boost immunity, and improve skin health. Learn more.
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What is serum cholesterol?
A person's serum cholesterol level can help determine whether they should change their diet or lifestyle. Learn more about serum cholesterol level…
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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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What is perindopril?
Perindopril is an oral tablet used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It’s also used to lower the risk of death or heart attack in people…
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Verapamil, oral capsule
Verapamil is an oral medication used to treat high blood pressure. Learn who it’s for, how it works, its side effects, warnings, and more.
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Telmisartan, oral tablet
Telmisartan oral tablet is a prescription medication used to treat high blood pressure. For some people, it may also be used to lower the risk of…
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Bisoprolol, oral tablet
Bisoprolol oral tablet is a prescription medication used to treat high blood pressure. It can be used alone or in combination with other blood…
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Carvedilol, oral tablet
Carvedilol oral tablet (Coreg) is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Find out how it works, its side effects, warnings, and more.
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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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