Pregnancy-induced hypertension and preeclampsia present a
unique challenge for the practitioners who care for these patients.
Numerous studies have validated the efficacy of hydralazine, labetalol,
methyldopa, nicardipine, and nifedipine in managing the blood
pressure of women with hypertensive disorders during pregnancy,
but none are without risk. Additionally, the risks and benefits for
both the mother and fetus need to be considered.