Efficacy of Songling Xuemaikang Capsules on Grade 1 Hypertension: a Randomized Controlled Trial

This study is testing whether Songling Xuemaikang — a traditional Chinese herbal medicine — can effectively lower blood pressure in people with mild (Grade 1) hypertension, either on its own or compared to standard blood pressure medications. **You may be eligible if...** - You are between 35 and 65 years old - You have Grade 1 essential hypertension (mildly elevated blood pressure with no known cause) - You are either not on blood pressure medication or have been taking it irregularly - You are willing to sign informed consent **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have significant liver or kidney problems - You have gastrointestinal conditions affecting drug absorption - You are allergic to the study medication - You are pregnant, breastfeeding, or a man planning to father a child within 6 months - You have other serious illnesses, cancer, high cholesterol, or evidence of organ damage from high blood pressure Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.