Why the study?
Does discontinuing antihypertensive medication allow for sustained medication-free periods in older patients with long-term hypertension?
Population
86 out-patients (33 males and 53 females) aged 68 to 82 years (mean 74) with long-term hypertension
Design
Cohort
Follow-up
3 years
Authors
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Supports cautious deprescribing attempts in select older patients, especially males; leaves open long-term safety and efficacy.
Does discontinuing antihypertensive medication allow for sustained medication-free periods in older patients with long-term hypertension?
A trial of discontinuing antihypertensive medication in older patients may be worthwhile, particularly in males, as a subset can remain medication-free long-term.
Nadal et al. (1994) studied this question.
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