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New Blood Pressure Drug Shows Promise as a Gamechanger in Hypertension Treatment

Originally Published 4 months ago — by Yahoo News Canada

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A new drug, baxdrostat, has shown promising results in lowering blood pressure in patients with resistant hypertension, potentially reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases. The phase III trial involving nearly 800 patients demonstrated significant blood pressure reductions, especially in difficult-to-treat cases, by blocking aldosterone production, a hormone that influences salt and water retention. This breakthrough could benefit up to half a billion people worldwide.

Revolutionary Blood Pressure Treatment Shows Promising Results

Originally Published 4 months ago — by ScienceDaily

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A new drug, baxdrostat, has shown promising results in significantly lowering blood pressure in patients with resistant hypertension, potentially reducing cardiovascular risks. The Phase III trial led by UCL demonstrated that baxdrostat works by blocking aldosterone production, addressing a key cause of high blood pressure, and could help millions worldwide, including many in the UK.

New Treatment Approach for Difficult High Blood Pressure

Originally Published 4 months ago — by yahoo.com

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A new experimental drug called Baxdrostat by AstraZeneca shows promise in treating resistant high blood pressure, especially for patients who do not respond well to existing medications. In a recent trial, Baxdrostat significantly lowered blood pressure in participants, potentially offering a new approach to reduce cardiovascular risks. The drug works by blocking aldosterone, a hormone that contributes to salt and water retention, and could become a key treatment for difficult-to-control hypertension if approved.

New Treatment Approach for Difficult High Blood Pressure

Originally Published 4 months ago — by Yahoo News Singapore

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AstraZeneca's experimental drug Baxdrostat shows promise in treating resistant high blood pressure, potentially offering a new approach for patients unresponsive to existing medications, with significant blood pressure reductions observed in a recent trial.

AstraZeneca and Baxdrostat unveil promising new treatments for resistant hypertension

Originally Published 4 months ago — by Reuters

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AstraZeneca plans to seek regulatory approval for its experimental blood pressure drug, baxdrostat, by the end of the year, aiming for potential approval in 2026 in the US and EU. The drug targets the hormone aldosterone and has shown promising results in reducing systolic blood pressure, with peak sales expected to exceed $5 billion. A small percentage of patients experienced hyperkalaemia.