Abstract
Cardiovascular disease remains the number one killer of women in the United States. Hypertension is considered a major cardiovascular risk factor, but remains poorly controlled in women. Thiazide diuretics are recommended as first line treatment in women with hypertension based on numerous outcomes studies demonstrating decreased risk of cardiovascular events. However, despite definitive evidence demonstrating clinical benefits and generic availability, diuretic-based therapy is underutilized. This article will focus on the role of thiazide diuretics for hypertension, discuss the mechanism by which diuretics lower blood pressure, describe outcomes studies that support their use in women, and provide practical considerations for use and monitoring. Keywords: Cardiovascular disease, blood pressure, diuretics, hypertension, thiazides, women
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
