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Classes of Medications
There are several classes of drugs used to treat hypertension.
Diuretics
Diuretics help the kidneys get rid of excess salt and water. They are the mainstays of anti-hypertensive therapy and are the first drug of choice for most people with hypertension. They are especially helpful for treating the elderly and African-American patients. (African Americans are more likely to be salt-sensitive, so they respond well to these drugs.) They also work well for patients with diabetes.
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