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Essential pro
Essential pro works by inhibiting the reabsorption of sodium and water in the kidneys.
Essential pro works by inhibiting the reabsorption of sodium and water in the kidneys. Used for Hypertension, Edema.
At a glance
| Generic name | Essential pro |
|---|---|
| Sponsor | Fundación EPIC |
| Drug class | Diuretic |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Cardiovascular |
| Phase | FDA-approved |
Mechanism of action
This leads to a decrease in blood pressure and a reduction in the workload on the heart. By lowering blood pressure, essential pro also reduces the risk of cardiovascular events such as heart attacks and strokes.
Approved indications
- Hypertension
- Edema
Common side effects
- Hypokalemia
- Hyponatremia
- Dehydration
- Dizziness
- Headache
Key clinical trials
- Antiplaque Efficacy and Patient Reported Outcome of Chlorohexidine, Cetylpyridinium Chloride, and Essential Oil Mouthwashes in Orthodontic Patients (NA)
- Motor and Non-Motor Effects of Low-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (LIFU) as a Neuromodulation Tool in Essential Tremor (PHASE1, PHASE2)
- Natural Product System and Lifestyle Modification (NA)
- Social and Physical Activity as Rehabilitation for Preschool Kids With Cancer (NA)
- Essential Pro Study ( rEPIC04E-HK )
- COMPETE-LM Trial: Drug-Coated Balloon-Enhanced Provisional Stenting in Complex Left Main Disease. (NA)
- Pathways to Prevention Food-is-Medicine Trial (NA)
- MPN PROGRESSion Registry: Observational Study Tracking Symptoms, Treatments, and Disease Progression in People With Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPNs)
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |