[Table/Fig-5]:
Choice of antihypertensive agents in different clinical conditions
| Class of drug | Uncomplicated hypertension No. of responders (%) | Patients with Coronary artery disease(CAD) No. of responders (%) | Patients with DM No. of responders (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beta blocker | 20(27.02%) | 38(50.66%) | 12(15.38%) |
| ACE inhibitor | 8(10.8%) | 18(24%) | 50(64.10%) |
| Calcium channel blocker | 30(40.54%) | 12(16%) | 12(15.38%) |
| Diuretics | 16(21.62%) | 7(9.33%) | 4(5.12%) |