In a nutshell This phase II trial evaluated the benefit of a new drug of the aldosterone synthase inhibitors class in the treatment of high blood pressure. Different doses of this new drug were compared to a placebo, and the effects on blood pressure were reviewed. Some background Aldosterone is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands, and a key...
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ACE inhibitors increase overall survival in patients with high blood pressure
In a nutshell This study compared the overall survival of patients with high blood pressure who took angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEI) or angiotensin receptor blockers (ARB) with patients who did not. Some background ACEI (e.g. Enalapril, Vasotec) are drugs used for reducing blood pressure, which work by modulating the...
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