This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: C.V.S, Subject name: Pharmacology
Drug of choice for pregnancy induced hypertension is: 
Select and explain. 
A. Methyl dopa, B. Atenolol, C. Nitroprusside, D. Enalapril
A: Methyl dopa
Answer: A: Methyl dopa 
Explanation: Ans. (A) Methyl dopa(Ref: Goodman Gilman 12th/e p773, 774; Katzung 12th/e p176)Alpha methyl dopa is drug of choice for pregnancy induced hypertension. However, these days labetalol is preferred for this indication.