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Efficacy of Aliskiren Compared to Ramipril in the Treatment of Moderate Systolic Hypertensive Patients
In Brief
A Phase 4 clinical trial evaluating Aliskiren, Ramipril, and 2 other interventions for Essential Hypertension. Completed, enrolled 506 participants across 98 sites.
Detailed Summary
This prospective multicenter, double blind study will evaluate the efficacy and safety of aliskiren versus ramipril in patients with moderate systolic essential hypertension.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
150 mg Aliskiren as film-coated tablet
Ramipril 5 mg was given in capsule form.
The tablet of matching placebo to aliskiren 150 mg for period I and III. In period II, matching placebo to Aliskiren was given to Ramipril active treatment arm.
The placebo capsule to ramipril 5 mg for period I and III. In period II, matching placebo to Ramipril was given to Aliskiren active treatment arm.