Central Aortic Pressure
Conditions
Keywords
Nebivolol, Metoprolol, central aortic pressure, hypertension
Brief summary
A randomized, cross-over, single-blind study to compare the effects of nebivolol and metoprolol on central aortic pressure and peripheral brachial pressure in patients with stable cardiovascular disease.
Interventions
10 mg by mouth daily for 2 weeks 20 mg by mouth daily for 2 weeks 40 mg by mouth daily for 2 weeks
dosage prescribed prior to starting on study
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* Subjects with history of hypertension * Subjects who have received metoprolol for a minimum of 3 months
Exclusion criteria
* Patients who have had an acute myocardial infarction, coronary revascularization or who have been hospitalized for heart failure or cardiac arrhythmia in the past 6 months
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Stable blood pressure | 6 months | Subjects will be randomized to nebivolol or metoprolol. Their medication will be titrated so that their blood pressure is within 10% of their initial reading. |
Countries
United States