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Rapid Blood Pressure Reduction: Evaluating the Fastest Safe Interventions for Hypertension Control
Abstract Summary Objective To identify the safest and most effective methods for quickly reducing elevated blood pressure in both clinical and non-clinical settings. Methods Used Approach A narrative review was conducted using current literature from PubMed, ScienceDirect, and authoritative clinical resources including Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, and the National Institutes of Health. The focus was on interventions demonstrating measurable reductions in blood pressure within minutes to days, including acute pharmacologic therapies, short-term lifestyle strategies, and relaxation-based techniques. Data Collection Data were extracted from clinical trials, meta-analyses, and medical guideline summaries evaluating systolic and diastolic changes, time-to-effect, and associated adverse outcomes....