drugset / Trial / NCT00171054
Efficacy and Safety of Valsartan Versus Amlodipine in Postmenopausal Women With Hypertension
RandomizedParallel-groupQuadruple-blindTreatment
Summary
The purpose of this study is compare treatment with valsartan with the possible addition of a diuretic, hydrochlorothiazide, on high blood pressure with the drug amlodipine with the possible addition of a diuretic, hydrochlorothiazide. In particular, the effect of treatment on the stiffness of the blood vessels will be studied.
Timeline
- Start
- 2003-09
- Primary completion
- 2007-10
- Completion
- 2007-10
Drugs
| Evaluation | Drug | Modality | Dose | Route |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Amlodipine | Other / unclassified | 10 mg | — |
| Subject | Hydrochlorothiazide | Unknown | 12.5 mg | — |
| Subject | Valsartan | Small molecule | 320 mg | — |