All except which of the following can be given in an acute hypertensive emergency?

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Diovan is a long-acting agent and is not suitable for the treatment of an acute hypertensive emergency. The other options—Catapres, Diazoxide, and Nitropress—are all suitable choices for managing acute hypertensive emergencies. Catapres is an alpha-2 agonist that can lower blood pressure by decreasing sympathetic tone. Diazoxide is a direct arteriolar dilator that can rapidly reduce blood pressure. Nitropress is a potent vasodilator that can quickly lower blood pressure in hypertensive emergencies.

All Except Which of the Following Can Be Given in an Acute