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Hypertension control in the elderly with amlodipine
1Consultant Physician, University Hospital of Wales, Heath Park, Cardiff CF4 4XW.
Current Medical Research and Opinion
|January 21, 2006
Summary
Treating hypertension in older adults with amlodipine, a long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker, effectively reduces cardiovascular events. This medication is well-tolerated and suitable for elderly patients with co-existing health conditions.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Geriatrics
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Hypertension management in the elderly is crucial for preventing cardiovascular events.
- Certain antihypertensive drug classes, like amlodipine, are suitable for elderly patients with comorbidities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy and tolerability of amlodipine in elderly hypertensive patients.
- To support the use of long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers in geriatric populations.
Main Methods:
- Review of clinical trial data on amlodipine in elderly populations.
- Analysis of antihypertensive treatment outcomes in older adults.
Main Results:
- Amlodipine, a long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker, is effective in treating hypertension in the elderly.
- Clinical trials demonstrate good tolerability of amlodipine in this demographic.
Conclusions:
- Long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers, specifically amlodipine, are recommended for hypertension treatment in the elderly.
- Amlodipine offers a safe and effective option for managing cardiovascular risk in older adults with hypertension.
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