Stroke is fifth leading cause of death in the Unites States, killing nearly 130,000 Americans each year; that’s 1 out of every 20 deaths.1 Strokes are also referred to as cerebrovascular accidents (CVAs), which is the sudden death of brain cells due to lack of oxygen when blood flow to the brain is impaired by blockage or rupture of an artery.2 With the occurrence of strokes being so prevalent, finding an effective way to prevent CVAs is crucial. To understand which preventative measures may be the most effective, the underlying factors must be identified. Per the Stroke Centers online database, high blood pressure is the most important risk factor pertaining to a stroke.3 With this considered, one of the best preventatives will be the medication that can most effectively control the patients’ blood pressure.4
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These commonly utilized anti-hypertensive agents include drugs categorized as angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors (ACE inhibitors) and angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs). A study from 2010, revealed that pharmacies dispensed over 168.7 million prescriptions for ACE inhibitors and approximately 83.7 million prescriptions for ARB’s.5 Knowing which medications to compare is important, but the knowing which medication provides better outcomes for patients is the top
These commonly utilized anti-hypertensive agents include drugs categorized as angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitors (ACE inhibitors) and angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs). A study from 2010, revealed that pharmacies dispensed over 168.7 million prescriptions for ACE inhibitors and approximately 83.7 million prescriptions for ARB’s.5 Knowing which medications to compare is important, but the knowing which medication provides better outcomes for patients is the top