US Medical Term · medications
Antihypertensive
Antihipertensivo
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Antihypertensive |
| Spanish (Español) | Antihipertensivo |
| Chinese (中文) | 抗高血壓藥 |
| Korean (한국어) | 항고혈압제 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Thuốc hạ huyết áp |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Antihypertensive |
| Portuguese (Português) | Anti-hipertensivo |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | ยาลดความดันโลหิต |
| Japanese (日本語) | 降圧薬 |
What it means
Antihypertensives are medications used to lower high blood pressure (hypertension). Uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to heart attack, stroke, and kidney damage. There are several types, including ACE inhibitors, beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers, and diuretics. Your doctor may prescribe one or a combination. Most people take these medications every day for life. Do not stop taking them without talking to your doctor, even if you feel fine — blood pressure often has no symptoms. Monitor your blood pressure at home if possible. Lifestyle changes like reducing salt intake, exercising, and limiting alcohol also help control blood pressure.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
Is this a blood pressure medication and how often do I take it?
¿Este es un medicamento para la presión arterial y con qué frecuencia lo tomo?
What should I do if my blood pressure is still high while taking this medication?
¿Qué debo hacer si mi presión arterial sigue alta mientras tomo este medicamento?
Can I stop taking my blood pressure medication if my numbers look normal?
¿Puedo dejar de tomar mi medicamento para la presión arterial si mis valores parecen normales?
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Last reviewed: September 2026