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Choosing blood pressure medications
High blood pressure and other health problems
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Lifestyle changes
Medication options
Other medications sometimes used to treat high blood pressure
High blood pressure drugs can target other health problems
Keep trying to reach your blood pressure goal
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There are many different high blood pressure medications (antihypertensives) available, each with pros and cons. Your doctor might prescribe more than one type to treat your condition.
If you have high blood pressure or are at risk of developing it, lifestyle changes can help keep your numbers under control. But you might need medication too.
Taking your medications as prescribed, monitoring your blood pressure and making lifestyle changes can help you reach and maintain a healthy blood pressure.
