Which antihypertensive class typically causes ankle edema and headache due to arteriolar dilation?
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Correct answer: Calcium channel blockers
Calcium channel blockers cause arteriolar vasodilation, which can lead to increased capillary hydrostatic pressure and edema; vasodilation may also trigger headache.
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