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My doctor says I have to start taking medication for high blood pressure. What are the different kinds of medications for this condition?
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The most common type of medication used to treat high blood pressure is called a thiazide diuretic. This type of medication works by reducing the amount of sodium in your body, which helps lower your blood pressure. Other types of medications that can be prescribed to help manage high blood pressure include calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, and vasodilators.