+1 to this perhaps not being a real phenomenon: chronotherapy was also once suspected to be useful for hypertensive medication and now it isn’t: https://t.co/Pi4spZps4k
Lowering Nighttime Blood Pressure With Bedtime Dosing of Antihypertensive Medications: Controversies in Hypertension - Con Side of the Argument.
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The overall analysis captures a nuanced debate, with some posts expressing skepticism about the phenomenon's validity, such as the comparison to past controversies over chronotherapy, while others praise critical reviews and detailed analyses like the paper on Hygia. The tone varies between cautious skepticism and scholarly engagement, reflecting a community actively dissecting the evidence and implications of the publication.
The discussions reflect a mixed stance, with some posts acknowledging the controversy and others questioning the validity of the concept, leading to a neutral overall agreement level.
Posts show high engagement and curiosity, especially with references to detailed critical papers and ongoing debates.
Many discussions demonstrate a thoughtful engagement, citing specific studies like Hygia and referencing critical appraisals, indicating deeper involvement.
The conversations highlight ongoing scientific debates which could influence future research and clinical practices, suggesting moderate impact.
Abstract in brief
- The article discusses concerns that taking blood pressure medications at bedtime may cause excessively low nighttime blood pressure, potentially leading to dizziness or falls.
- Critics argue that the evidence supporting bedtime dosing as a safer or more effective approach is limited or inconsistent, raising questions about its widespread recommendation.
- There is also debate over whether lowering nighttime blood pressure could have unintended negative effects, such as impaired organ perfusion or increased risk of adverse events.
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Most liked on X and BlueskyEven better than this thread is this detailed critical appraisal paper from numerous Twitter luminaries on Hygia. Great work to all the authors of this paper. Gosh it's good. https://t.co/Cx1wYxICpS #ESCCongress https://t.co/agytHWqx1t
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Does bedtime dosing of antihypertensive medications help lower nighttime blood pressure? The two sides of the argument -- Pros (https://t.co/34tjAnoqVW) & Cons (https://t.co/B4KV7ccI1t) @AHAScience @jbhclock #circadian #rhythm #chronomedicine #chronotherapy
@drjohnm Thanks John; better yet read the subsequent con paper https://t.co/8QdwaLMymi that painstakingly outlines every issue & reporting omission of HYGIA. Notably, Hermida didn't use this as an opportunity to address these oft-raised concerns, just threw shade at the other trials
@carole_lunny @yourmedmonitor think its about this: https://t.co/Pi4spZps4k interesting take!
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RT @owl_posting: +1 to this perhaps not being a real phenomenon: chronotherapy was also once suspected to be useful for hypertensive medica…
RT @owl_posting: +1 to this perhaps not being a real phenomenon: chronotherapy was also once suspected to be useful for hypertensive medica…
RT @owl_posting: +1 to this perhaps not being a real phenomenon: chronotherapy was also once suspected to be useful for hypertensive medica…
RT @owl_posting: +1 to this perhaps not being a real phenomenon: chronotherapy was also once suspected to be useful for hypertensive medica…
+1 to this perhaps not being a real phenomenon: chronotherapy was also once suspected to be useful for hypertensive medication and now it isn’t: https://t.co/Pi4spZps4k
@carole_lunny @yourmedmonitor think its about this: https://t.co/Pi4spZps4k interesting take!
RT @drjohnm: Even better than this thread is this detailed critical appraisal paper from numerous Twitter luminaries on Hygia. Great work…
@drjohnm Thanks John; better yet read the subsequent con paper https://t.co/8QdwaLMymi that painstakingly outlines every issue & reporting omission of HYGIA. Notably, Hermida didn't use this as an opportunity to address these oft-raised concerns, just threw shade at the other trials
Even better than this thread is this detailed critical appraisal paper from numerous Twitter luminaries on Hygia. Great work to all the authors of this paper. Gosh it's good. https://t.co/Cx1wYxICpS #ESCCongress https://t.co/agytHWqx1t
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RT @SRBR_Outreach: Does bedtime dosing of antihypertensive medications help lower nighttime blood pressure? The two sides of the argument -…
Does bedtime dosing of antihypertensive medications help lower nighttime blood pressure? The two sides of the argument -- Pros (https://t.co/34tjAnoqVW) & Cons (https://t.co/B4KV7ccI1t) @AHAScience @jbhclock #circadian #rhythm #chronomedicine #chronotherapy
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