Essential hypertension (high blood pressure)
About Essential hypertension (high blood pressure)
Elevated blood pressure without a known cause. It occurs when the systolic pressure is consistently over 140 mm Hg, or the diastolic blood pressure is consistently over 90 mm Hg. Blood pressure is determined by the amount of blood pumped, by the actions of the heart, and by the size and condition of the arteries. Untreated high blood pressure can cause narrowing of the arteries (atherosclerosis) and result in heart attacks, strokes, and kidney disease.Symptoms
Usually no symptoms, fatigue, mild headache.Tests & Diagnostics
A history and physical exam will be performed. Serial blood pressure checks will be done to confirm the diagnosis. Other tests to rule out other causes of hypertension may be recommended.Common tests: Complete blood count (CBC), Comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP), EKG, Urinalysis (UA), X-ray.
Prescription medications
- Sotalol
- Nadolol
- Atenolol
- Acebutolol
- Betaxolol
- Penbutolol
- Carvedilol
- Pindolol
- Metoprolol
- Bisoprolol
- Nebivolol
- Nicardipine
- Diltiazem
- Nisoldipine
- Felodipine
- Nifedipine
- Amlodipine
- Verapamil
- Isradipine
- Nimodipine
- Hydrochlorothiazide
- Bumetanide
- Furosemide
- Spironolactone
- Chlorthalidone
- Metolazone
- Ramipril
- Lisinopril
- Enalapril
- Captopril
- Valsartan
- Losartan
- Eprosartan
- Olmesartan
- Terazosin
- Prazosin
- Clonidine
- Methyldopa
- Hydralazine
- Minoxidil Oral
Conventional treatment summary
Treatment may include: antihypertensive medications, loss of excess weight, dietary changes, lifestyle changes, and exercise. Certain medications can increase blood pressure and adjustments in these medications may be helpful.Medical specialties
Internal Medicine · Pediatrics · Family Practice
This page is educational content, not medical advice. Always consult a qualified clinician for diagnosis and treatment of Essential hypertension (high blood pressure).