The verdict from ALLHAT--thiazide diuretics are the preferred initial therapy for hypertension.
Appel
Lawrence J
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D000806:Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors / Q000191:economics / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D000959:Antihypertensive Agents / Q000191:economics / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D002121:Calcium Channel Blockers / Q000191:economics / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D004232:Diuretics / Q000191:economics / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D006801:Humans; D006973:Hypertension / Q000188:drug therapy*
D000806:Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors; D000959:Antihypertensive Agents; D002121:Calcium Channel Blockers; D004232:Diuretics