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What are antihypertensives?

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They are drugs to control blood pressure

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What is an antihypertensive medication?
This is a medication for people with high blood pressure. The medication is designed to control the blood pressure within regular medical acceptable limits.
What are antihypertensives used for?
They are used for treatment of high blood pressure
Antihypertensive drugs are used to do what?
reduce blood pressure and associated complications
Antihypertensive drugs are used to?
to reduce high blood pressure, to maintain it to a 'near by and accepted ' normal level and control actvities caused by hypertonia
What is the mechanism of action of antihypertensive drug?
Depending on the class of anti-hypertensive drug, the mechanism of action can vary greatly. There are beta adrenergic blocker agents, angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, diuretics, ARBs,...