Review finds ‘no evidence’ linking antihypertensives with falls
This might reduce concern about lower BP targets but an expert emphasises the importance of clinical judgement
UK researchers have questioned the conventional view that antihypertensives increase the risk of falls after a systematic review showed no clear evidence of such an association.
A leading Australian renal physician, however, says although the findings appear reassuring, it’s important to keep potential harms in mind when prescribing blood pressure-lowering therapy, particular in the frail elderly.
