Antihypertensives

When blood flowing through arteries pushes on artery walls with abnormally high force over a sustained period of time. Also called hypertension.

The force blood exerts against the walls of the arteries. Optimal blood pressure is less than 120/80 mm Hg.

Medications that treat allergies and reduce symptoms such as sneezing and itching by blocking histamine, the substance in the body which causes these symptoms.