Effects of an angiotensin 2 receptor blocker plus diuretic combination drug in chronic heart failure complicated by hypertension

O. Suzuki, H. Ishii, S. Kobayashi

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Abstract

The effects of 24 weeks' treatment with an angiotensin 2 receptor blocker (ARB)/ diuretic combination drug were investigated in an open-label study of 61 patients with stabilized chronic heart failure. Renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system inhibitors were replaced with a tablet containing hydrochlorothiazide 6.25 mg plus candesartan 8 mg, administered orally, once daily, in patients with systolic blood pressure (SBP) ≥ 140 mmHg or diastolic blood pressure (DBP) ≥ 90 mmHg while under optimal treatment. Both SBP and DBP declined significantly during the ARB/diuretic combination treatment. Diuretics administered previously were discontinued during the study period in 15 patients, decreasing the number of drugs being taken. During ARB/diuretic combination treatment, the blood urea nitrogen level worsened but no significant changes were noted in potassium or estimated glomerular filtration rate, which had been a matter of concern. Additionally, the level of brain natriuretic peptide, an indicator of the severity of heart failure, was improved, indicating effectiveness and safety of the ARB/diuretic combination drug.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)1420-1426
Number of pages7
JournalJournal of International Medical Research
Volume39
Issue number4
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 08-2011
Externally publishedYes

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Biochemistry
  • Cell Biology
  • Biochemistry, medical

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