What are the effects of beta blockers and calcium-channel blockers on within-individual variability in blood pressure and risk of stroke?
Studies have shown that beta blockers and calcium-channel blockers can reduce within-individual variability in blood pressure and reduce the risk of stroke. A study published in the Lancet Neurol in 2010 reported that beta blockers and calcium-channel blockers both led to a reduction in the risk of stroke. Additionally, a meta-analysis published in the Annals of Internal Medicine in 2013 found that self-measured blood pressure monitoring can be effective in managing hypertension when combined with other treatments. The Polypill approach, which combines several medications into one tablet, has also been suggested as a potential option for preventing cardiovascular diseases. 