Randomised controlled trial of early use of a simplified treatment regimen incorporating a half-dose, three-in-one blood pressure lowering pill vs. usual care for improving hypertension control in India. [ 2012 - 2017 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Anushka Patel (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Dorairaj Prabhakaran ,  Dr Pallab Maulik ,  Dr Ruth Webster ,  Prof Anthony Rodgers
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Brief description Hypertension affects a large proportion of the Indian population. Effective medications exist to lower blood pressure (BP) and the adverse effects of hypertension. However, complex medication regimes and the need to take multiple drugs can affect patient adherence to drugs, making it difficult to achieve good BP control. This research will investigate whether use of a simplified treatment protocol including a three-in-one BP lowering pill can improve BP control in Indians with hypertension.

Funding Amount $AUD 1,095,200.97

Funding Scheme Targeted Calls

Notes GACD - Implementation Research on Hypertension in Low & Middle Income Countries