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Nearly half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure, and among medications, ARBs are considered the best long-term option due to their safety profile, while beta blockers are generally less favored unless specific conditions warrant their use. Lifestyle changes like exercise, sleep, and sodium reduction are crucial for effective blood pressure management.
A new study published in the journal Function has found that amlodipine, a commonly prescribed drug for treating hypertension, is not dangerous for patients. Concerns had been raised about the drug's potential risks, but the study's authors discovered that amlodipine does not activate calcium channels as previously thought. The researchers concluded that amlodipine should remain a first-line treatment for high blood pressure, as removing it could lead to a significant increase in deaths from hypertension.