A group of drugs used in the treatment of hypertension to prevent complications such as stroke, myocardial infarction, heart failure, and kidney damage. There are several types, including angiotensin II antagonists, beta-blocker drugs, ACE inhibitor drugs, calcium channel blockers, alpha-blocker drugs, vasodilator drugs, and diuretic drugs. Side effects depend on the type of antihypertensive drugs used, but all can cause dizziness if the blood pressure falls excessively.
Antihypertensive drugs |
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