*8.2.6 Antihypertensive medications*

Metildopa, labetalol and hydralazine are frequently used during pregnancy with efficacy and no harm. Nifedipine is also compatible at doses up to 60 mg/ day. By contrast, angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blockers are contraindicated throughout gestation and should be stopped as soon as possible, once pregnancy is confirmed. Diuretics can be used with caution and should be used as a last resource to control a severe and refractory hypertension, in an emergency setting and for a short period of time [20].
