Placebo Lowers Blood Pressure in Nearly One-Third
Placebo Lowers Blood Pressure in Nearly One-Third of Patients
This study demonstrated that 30% of patients with mild to moderate elevated
blood pressure (BP), who received a placebo, had their BP lowered to below the
set goal of a diastolic pressure of lower than 90 mm Hg.
The researchers note that this high response rate is close to those achieved
with medication and may therefore be a valuable tool, especially considering
the significant adverse effects that can occur with drugs.
Arch Intern Med. 2000;160:1449-1454