Drug Encyclopedia
hydrochlorothiazide
Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) widely used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and oedema (fluid retention). By helping the kidneys remove excess water and salt from the body, it effectively lowers blood pressure and reduces swelling.
Atenolol
Atenolol is a beta-blocker used to treat high blood pressure, prevent angina, and improve survival after a heart attack.
Bisoprolol
Bisoprolol is a highly selective beta-blocker used mainly to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Metoprolol
Metoprolol is a beta-blocker used to treat high blood pressure, chest pain (angina), and heart failure.
Perindopril
Perindopril is an ACE inhibitor used to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, and stable coronary artery disease.
Ramipril
Ramipril is an ACE inhibitor commonly prescribed for high blood pressure, heart failure, and to reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
Lisinopril
Lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor used to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, and to improve survival after a heart attack.
Telmisartan
Telmisartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) used to treat high blood pressure and reduce the risk of cardiovascular events in high-risk adults.
Valsartan
Valsartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) commonly used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. It helps relax blood vessels, lowering blood pressure and improving blood flow.
Losartan
Losartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) primarily used to treat high blood pressure and protect the kidneys in diabetic patients.
Diltiazem
Diltiazem is a non-dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker used to treat hypertension, angina, and certain heart rhythm disorders (arrhythmias) by slowing the heart rate.
Nifedipine
Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker utilised for managing hypertension and angina. Extended-release formulations are preferred to provide smooth, continuous blood pressure control.