Pharmacologic Treatment of Hypertension in Older Adults

Clin Geriatr Med. 2024 Nov;40(4):629-644. doi: 10.1016/j.cger.2024.04.004. Epub 2024 May 28.

Abstract

The authors conducted a review of pharmacologic therapy in older adults with hypertension. They reviewed the evidence supporting their use in older adults, understanding the physiologic changes and potential adverse drug effects associated with aging and antihypertensive medication use, exploring guideline recommendations for antihypertensive use in older adults, and evaluating the associated risks and benefits of specific classes of antihypertensive medications.

Keywords: Aged pharmacotherapy; Antihypertensive; Blood pressure; Frailty; Hypertension; Multimorbidity.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Aging / physiology
  • Antihypertensive Agents* / therapeutic use
  • Humans
  • Hypertension* / drug therapy
  • Practice Guidelines as Topic

Substances

  • Antihypertensive Agents