15th July 2024

A 40-year-old woman with a history of systemic lupus erythematosus attends the rheumatology clinic

A 40-year-old woman with a history of systemic lupus erythematosus attends the rheumatology clinic.  She takes hydroxychloroquine and her joint disease is well controlled. Her renal function has been stable for the past 2 years with a creatinine of approximately 140.  Her blood pressure is 162/90.

Which of the following medications would be the most appropriate for the treatment of her hypertension and prevention of progression of renal disease?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.