What are the appropriate antihypertensive drugs for hypertensive nephropathy?

Antihypertensive drugs for hypertensive nephropathy patients usually include ACEI or ARB drugs such as captopril and irbesartan, diuretics such as furosemide tablets and calcium channel blockers such as nifedipine extended-release tablets. The use of drugs need to be different from person to person, it is recommended to use drugs under the guidance of a doctor.
1. ACEI or ARB drugs: such as captopril, irbesartan, etc., can lower blood pressure, reduce urinary protein and so on. Allergic people are prohibited, and kidney function and potassium ion level should be monitored during the use of drugs.
2. Diuretics: such as furosemide tablets, etc., used in the treatment of edematous diseases such as congestive heart failure, cirrhosis, renal disease. It is not usually used as the first choice of drug for the treatment of essential hypertension, but it is more suitable when other drugs are ineffective, and when the patient is accompanied by renal insufficiency or hypertensive crisis. Side effects such as dizziness and headache may occur after use.
2. Calcium channel blockers: such as nifedipine extended-release tablets, commonly used in the treatment of hypertension, coronary heart disease, etc. The drug can help patients with hypertensive nephropathy control blood pressure. Side effects such as itching and dizziness may occur after use, and allergy-prone patients should be cautious in using them.
All the above medications should be used under doctor’s supervision, avoid self-medication. Patients with hypertensive nephropathy are advised to go to regular hospitals for timely consultation and targeted treatment or therapy under doctor’s guidance.