Hypertension is a highly heterogeneous, complex disease and a major global health issue. Azilsartan, a recently approved angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB), appears to be very effective in the management of hypertension than other ARBs with a similar safety and tolerability profile. This article describes the important characteristics of azilsartan. In the previous video, the panelists discussed important characteristics of azilsartan and how will it change the current clinical management of hypertension. Click here to read more.
Hypertension is an important risk factor that leads to increased cardiovascular mortality worldwide. It is directly responsible for 57% of all stroke deaths and 24% of all coronary heart disease deaths in India. Moreover, the rates for hypertension are estimated to go up to 22.9% and 23.6% for Indian men and women, respectively by 2025. Hypertension is one of…
