Figure 2.
Suggested dose titration of first‐line antihypertensive therapy in pregnancy. *Starting doses are higher than those generally recommended for non‐pregnant adults, given more rapid clearance in pregnancy. †When medication is at high (or maximum) dosage, consider using different medication to treat any severe hypertension that may develop. BID, twice/day; BP, blood pressure; LA, long‐acting; MR, modified release; OD, once/day; PA, prolonged action; QAM, every morning; QID, four times/day; QPM, every evening; TID, three times/day; XL, extended release.