Why the study?
Does perindopril reduce blood pressure in patients with essential hypertension on different sodium intakes?
Population
32 patients with essential hypertension and a diastolic blood pressure greater than 95 mm Hg, stratified by…
Comparison
Perindopril once daily, dose titrated in steps… vs Matching placebo
Design
RCT, Randomized, Double-blind
Follow-up
4 weeks
Authors
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Perindopril achieves substantial BP reduction in essential hypertension; confirms efficacy independent of dietary sodium intake.
Does perindopril reduce blood pressure in patients with essential hypertension on different sodium intakes?
Perindopril is an effective antihypertensive agent that significantly reduces blood pressure regardless of dietary sodium intake.
Morgan et al. (1987) studied this question.
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