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[Antihypertensive treatment with nitrendipine]
1Divisione di Medicina Generale, Centro per la Diagnosi e Cura dell'Ipertensione, Ospedale Civile, Soave (Verona).
Minerva Cardioangiologica
|January 1, 1996
Summary
Nitrendipine effectively controlled blood pressure in 80% of patients with mild to moderate arterial hypertension when administered in a single 20 mg daily dose over 90 days.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Arterial hypertension is a significant risk factor for cardiovascular diseases.
- Effective and convenient treatment options for mild to moderate hypertension are crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of nitrendipine in managing mild to moderate arterial hypertension.
- To assess the effectiveness of a single daily 20 mg dose of nitrendipine.
Main Methods:
- A study involving 30 patients diagnosed with slight to moderate arterial hypertension.
- Treatment with a single daily dose of 20 mg nitrendipine for 90 days.
- Monitoring of blood pressure levels throughout the treatment period.
Main Results:
- Nitrendipine demonstrated good control of blood pressure in 80% of the patients.
- The single daily dosage regimen proved effective in managing hypertension.
- Statistically significant results were observed (p < 0.059).
Conclusions:
- A single daily dose of 20 mg nitrendipine is an effective treatment for mild to moderate arterial hypertension.
- Nitrendipine offers a convenient therapeutic option for hypertensive patients.
- The drug facilitates good blood pressure control in a majority of patients.