Patient's question:
Grandma has high blood pressure. The medication she is currently taking is not very effective in controlling her blood pressure. I want to know what long-acting medications are available for high blood pressure?Doctor's answer:
Long-acting drugs for treating hypertension include:Calcium channel blockers. Examples include Amlodipine, Delapril, and Benazepril.
Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. Examples include Irbesartan.
Angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs). Examples include Olmesartan.
A cross-linked preparation of Olmesartan and Hydrochlorothiazide, also known as Ambien/Ambien.
In addition to receptor blockers, examples include Metoprolol.
Cellular repair agents.
Actively participate in physical exercise, regulate physical and mental health, and maintain personal hygiene.