Question 90 (part 2) · LEK · Treatment

Several sets of hypotensive drugs used in the treatment of hypertension are given below. Which combination, although acceptable, is not preferrable in the first-line treatment (unless there are additional indications)?

  1. A. an angiotensin II receptor blocker and a thiazide or a thiazide-like drug.
  2. B. a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker and a thiazide or a thiazide-like drug.
  3. C. a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker and an angiotensin converting-enzyme inhibitor.
  4. D. an angiotensin converting-enzyme inhibitor and a beta-blocker.
  5. E. an angiotensin converting-enzyme inhibitor and a thiazide or a thiazide-like drug.
Hint

Recall the preferred two-drug combinations in ESC/ESH guidelines: a renin-angiotensin system blocker paired with a drug from which classes?

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