High Blood Pressure Treatments

Treatment

Lifestyle Changes

Maintain a healthy weight .
Begin a safe exercise program with the advice of your doctor.
If you smoke, quit .
Eat a healthful diet , one that is low-fat, low-salt, and rich in fiber , fruits, and vegetables. Your doctor may recommend the DASH diet , which is designed to reduce blood pressure.
Drink alcohol in moderation (no more than two drinks per day for men, one drink per day for women).
Manage stress .

Medications

These include:

Diuretics
Beta blockers
Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors (ACE inhibitors)
Calcium channel blockers
Angiotensin receptor blockers
Aldosterone blockers
Alpha blockers
Alpha-beta blockers
Nervous system inhibitors
Vasodilators

Note: Untreated high blood pressure can lead to:

If you are diagnosed with high blood pressure, follow your doctor's instructions .

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