Did you know a hormone could be why blood pressure stays high?
Summary
Nearly half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure, which increases the risk of heart attacks and strokes. A hormone called aldosterone may keep blood pressure high, and a new FDA-approved drug called BAXFENDY® (baxdrostat) can help lower it by targeting this hormone.Key Facts
- High blood pressure affects almost 50% of U.S. adults, posing health risks.
- Aldosterone is a hormone that may cause blood pressure to stay high.
- BAXFENDY® (baxdrostat) is a prescription medicine that lowers blood pressure by blocking aldosterone.
- BAXFENDY® is used with other blood pressure medicines when control is not good enough.
- Possible side effects include high potassium, low sodium, low blood pressure, dizziness, and muscle spasms.
- People with kidney problems, diabetes, or high potassium should inform their doctor before using BAXFENDY®.
- Lowering blood pressure reduces the chances of heart attack and stroke.
- The information comes from an interview with cardiologist Dr. Dmitry Yaranov on CBS Mornings.
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