High Blood Pressure: Medications
Nifedipine for high blood pressure during pregnancy
11/14/08, HealthwiseNifedipine is a calcium channel blocker medicine that slows smooth muscle function. Muscles need calcium to function properly, and a calcium channel blocker interferes with the supply of calcium to the muscle. This allows the smooth muscl
Preeclampsia and High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy - Medications
11/14/08, HealthwiseMedicine for preeclampsia and high blood pressure during pregnancy may be used to:
Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors for heart attack and unstable angina
05/14/07, HealthwiseAngiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors interfere with the formation of a hormone (angiotensin II) that can narrow (constrict) blood vessels. ACE inhibitors help lower blood pressure and reduce the workload on the heart, which lowe
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Beta-blockers for heart attack and unstable angina
05/14/07, HealthwiseThe body often responds to the increased stress of a heart attack or unstable angina by increasing the heart rate and blood pressure. Beta-blockers slow the heart rate and reduce the heart's workload.
Quinapril
08/09/07, HealthwiseVomiting, diarrhea, or heavy sweating can cause you to become dehydrated. This can lead to very low blood pressure, electrolyte disorders, or kidney failure while you are taking quinapril. Drink plenty of water each day while you are taking this medi
Reserpine
02/19/03, HealthwiseUse caution when rising from a sitting or lying position, especially first thing in the morning. You may become dizzy while taking reserpine and you may fall and injure yourself if you get up quickly.
Spironolactone
04/11/08, HealthwiseBefore using this medication, tell your doctor if you have liver disease, or if you use a steroid or another diuretic.
Terazosin
06/27/06, HealthwiseBefore taking terazosin, tell your doctor if you use any other blood pressure medications, especially verapamil (Calan, Covera, Isoptin, Verelan). You may need a dosage adjustment if you take terazosin with other blood pressure medicines.
Calcium channel blockers for heart attack and unstable angina
05/14/07, HealthwiseCalcium channel blockers help treat chest pain and increase oxygen supply to the heart by:
Bepridil
07/16/04, HealthwiseFollow any diet or exercise recommendations for your condition.
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