Interní Med. 2009; 11(9): 369-375

Treatment of hypertension with a fixed combination. New evidence.

prof. MUDr. Miroslav Souček, CSc
II. interní klinika FN u sv. Anny LF MU, Brno

The guidelines for treatment of hypertension list combinations of various antihypertensives. The effect of these drugs is commonly

potentiated. However, one needs to realize the risk of lower patient adherence while having to take multiple tablets. A number of fixed

combinations are available that are easier to use and, thus, patient adherence to treatment is more likely. Adherence certainly is a problem

in hypertensives since the condition is chronic, often symptomless, and reaching the target pressure mostly requires combination

therapy. In 2008, new studies concerning the combination therapy for hypertension were published that have a major impact on everyday

practice and may positively affect the treatment of our patients.

Keywords: hypertension, combination therapy, fixed combination.

Published: October 1, 2009  Show citation

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