During this operation, surgeons clear the carotid artery by removing the fatty deposits causing the blockage. There are many health factors your doctor must consider before recommending this surgery. Your doctor is the best judge of whether this surgery is right for you. When blood pressure cannot be controlled through lifestyle modification, your doctor may prescribe an anti-hypertensive medication. There are many anti-hypertensive drugs on the market from which to choose.
Studies show that lowering blood pressure to normal ranges can decrease stroke dramatically .
Your doctor will work with you to select the best anti-hypertensive for your medical profile and lifestyle. Factors to consider in the selection of anti-hypertensive drugs include cost, convenience, side effects, and interaction with other drugs you may be taking. Anti-platelet Agents Platelets are a component of blood that stick together to form a plug, or clot, when certain substances beneath the blood vessel lining are exposed to circulating blood. They play a key role by keeping the platelets from sticking together. Aspirin , which is probably in your medicine cabinet right now, is the drug most commonly prescribed to help prevent stroke.