In a nutshell This study investigated the safety and effectiveness of anti-hypertensive (AHT) drugs used as a first-line treatment (FLT). They found that thiazide (or thiazide-like) diuretics (TD/TLDs) had better safety and effectiveness than other classes used as FLT. Some background Hypertension or high blood pressure (BP) is a very common...
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In a nutshell This study examined whether physical activity can help lower mortality risk and improve heart health in people with high blood pressure. This study concluded that physical activity reduced mortality risk, including those with high blood pressure. Some background According to the World Health Organization, hypertension (HT) or high...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effect of losartan (Cozaar) in combination with amlodipine (Norvasc) or hydrochlorothiazide (Aquazide) in lowering blood pressure. They found that both combinations were similarly effective in lowering central blood pressure (cBP). Some background High blood...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if early planned delivery has better outcomes for the mother and the newborn in women with late preterm pre-eclampsia (PPE). They found that early planned delivery reduces maternal complications and mortality. Some background Pre-eclampsia is a condition that can arise during pregnancy. Preterm pre-eclampsia...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This phase 2 trial will investigate the effect of low-dose quadruple-combination therapy (LDQT) in patients with hypertension. The main outcome will be the change in systolic blood pressure (SBP; blood pressure when the heart contracts). This study is recruiting in Illinois, US. The details Hypertension or high blood...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the safety and effectiveness of oral antihypertensive drugs (OAHDs) in pregnancy. They found that OAHDs reduced blood pressure (BP) in most women. Some background Hypertension or high blood pressure (BP) is a common condition. It is also the most common disorder diagnosed in pregnancy. Hypertension...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if dairy intake has an effect on blood pressure (BP) management. They found that a high dairy diet (HDD) led to reduced BP. Some background Hypertension or high blood pressure (BP) is a common condition. There are multiple ways to manage BP. Medication can be used to reduce BP. Lifestyle changes are...
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In a nutshell This study investigated a fixed-dose combination (FDC) of atorvastatin (Lipitor), perindopril (Coversyl) and amlodipine (Norvasc) to treat patients with hypertension and high cholesterol levels. They found that this combination was effective in reducing blood pressure (BP) and cholesterol...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study investigated if a combination of candesartan (Atacand) and rosuvastatin (Crestor) is effective in treating hypertension and high blood cholesterol. They found that this combination was effective in these patients. Some background Hypertension or high blood pressure (BP) is common...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if blood pressure (BP) levels are associated with cardiovascular events (CVEs). They found that elevated systolic BP and diastolic BP increased the risk of CVEs. Some background Hypertension or high blood pressure (BP) is a common condition. Systolic BP (SBP) is the pressure in your heart when it contracts...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if herbs and spices (H&S) have a positive effect on blood pressure (BP). They found that H&S may reduce BP in hypertensive patients. Some background Hypertension or high blood pressure (BP) is a common condition. Managing BP levels can be a challenge. There are several strategies to reduce BP....
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In a nutshell This study investigated if nighttime blood pressure (NBP) is associated with sleep conditions including nocturia (waking up at night to urinate). They found that nocturia is linked to an increased risk of NBP. Some background Nocturnal blood pressure (NBP) is the term for BP at night. Changes in NBP may be a risk factor for...
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