High Blood Pressure Medicines in Pakistan: A Simple Guide (2025)

By a registered pharmacist. Educational only — not a prescription.

ACE inhibitors (e.g., enalapril): relax vessels; dry cough possible.
ARBs (e.g., losartan): similar to ACEI, less cough.
Calcium channel blockers (e.g., amlodipine, verapamil SR): ankle swelling or constipation.
Thiazide diuretics (e.g., HCTZ): removes extra salt/water; potassium may drop.
Beta blockers (e.g., bisoprolol): slow heart rate; special cases.

Safety: same time daily; don’t stop on your own; discuss painkillers (NSAIDs) with your pharmacist.

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