Fixed combinations for arterial hypertension

Czech version

Authors: J. Widimský jr.
Published in: Kardiol Rev Int Med 2011, 13(1): 14-16
Category: From Hypertension to Heart Failure

Overview

The article briefly summarizes the role of fixed combination in the treatment od high blood pressure. Fixed combination of two antihypertensive agents is useful alternative approach on start of pharmacological therapy of hypertension. Current data indicate, that use of fixed combination improves adherence, persistence and compliance to antihypertensive therapy.

Keywords:
arterial hypertension – fixed combination – therapy

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