Low-dose thiazides in the treatment of hypertension: benefits and risks in perspective
Silverberg, D.S.; Rotmensch, H.H.; Iaina, A.
Journal of Human Hypertension 9(11): 869-873
1995
ISSN/ISBN: 0950-9240 PMID: 8583464 Document Number: 446746
Diuretics in low doses are very effective agents for controlling hypertension either where used alone or in combination. They have a marked cardioprotective effect, are the best tolerated of any anti-hypertensives and are at the same time the least expensive.
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