Doxazosin versus bendrofluazide: a comparison of the metabolic effects in British South Asians with hypertension

[摘要] People from British South Asian communities have an increased risk of mortality from coronary heart disease (CHD). Doxazosin, a selective α1-adrenergic blocker, in addition to lowering blood pressure, has been shown to have positive effects on glucose metabolism and lipid profiles in patients with hypertension.

[学科分类] 卫生学

[关键词] bendrofluazide;doxazosin;ethnic groups;glucose;hypertension;lipids