Hypertension is a chronic lifelong disease, and it is necessary to take antihypertensive drugs for a long time to control blood pressure, otherwise it may lead to damage to blood vessels and target organs, and in severe cases, it may even lead to complications such as stroke and myocardial infarction. So, as long as a patient with high blood pressure starts taking antihypertensive drugs, can't they stop taking them?
1. Not allHigh blood pressurepatientsAll blood pressure medications are needed for life
In general, depending on the severity of high blood pressure and the patient's physical condition, the doctor will prescribe a corresponding blood pressure lowering plan**. For people with mild hypertension, it is important to regulate blood pressure by improving lifestyle Xi rather than taking medication at the beginning.
Therefore, for these patients, they can decide whether they need to take antihypertensive drugs and when they can stop them based on their blood pressure control after improving their Xi habits.
So, for hypertensive patients who need to take antihypertensive drugs for a long time, does it mean that once they start taking the medication, they cannot stop taking the medication?In fact, whether antihypertensive drugs can be discontinued needs to be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
2. Risk of discontinuation of antihypertensive drugs
The risk of discontinuation of antihypertensive drugs depends on factors such as the patient's condition, blood pressure control, and the type and dose of antihypertensive drugs.
For some patients, especially those who have already developed cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, such as myocardial infarction, stroke, etc., once they start taking antihypertensive drugs, they need to be taken for a long time to maintain the stability of blood pressure and reduce the occurrence of diseases and serious complications. Therefore, for these patients, antihypertensive drugs are usually not easily discontinued.
However, for some patients, such as those whose blood pressure has been well controlled after active lifestyle improvements, or who have experienced serious adverse effects after taking antihypertensive drugs, doctors may consider tapering or stopping antihypertensive medications.
However, during the withdrawal process, patients need to closely monitor changes in blood pressure and make adjustments under the guidance of a doctor. At the same time, patients should also pay attention to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, such as reducing salt intake, quitting smoking and alcohol, and exercising moderately, to maintain stable blood pressure.
Summary: Whether antihypertensive drugs can be discontinued in patients with hypertension needs to be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Before starting to take antihypertensive drugs, patients should consult their doctor's advice to understand the type, dosage, method of taking, possible *** and other information of antihypertensive drugs, so as to better cooperate with the doctor**.