
Generic name | Common brand names |
---|---|
benazepril hydrochloride | Lotensin* |
captopril | Capoten* |
enalapril maleate | Vasotec* |
fosinopril sodium | Monopril* |
What is the best generic medication for high blood pressure?
the ACE inhibitor lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril) tops the list, followed by amlodipine besylate (Norvasc), a calcium channel blocker, and. generic hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ).
What medication is commonly prescribed for high blood pressure?
Examples of these drugs include:amlodipine (Norvasc, Lotrel)diltiazem (Cardizem CD, Cardizem SR, Dilacor XR, Tiazac)felodipine (Plendil)isradipine (DynaCirc, DynaCirc CR)nicardipine (Cardene SR)nifedipine (Adalat CC, Procardia XL)nisoldipine (Sular)verapamil (Calan SR, Covera HS, Isoptin SR, Verelan)
What is the first drug prescribed for hypertension?
There are three main classes of medication that are usually in the first line of treatment for hypertension: 1. Calcium Channel Blockers (CCB) 2. Angiotensin Converting Enzyme inhibitors (ACE inhibitors or ACE-I) and Angiotensin Receptor Blockers (ARBs) 3. Diuretics.