About Amlodipine
Medically reviewed by Dr Khizer Hussain Junaidy, MD Pharmacology, Diabetologist & Bariatric Physician, on 23 Oct 2026.
What it is for
Lowers blood pressure and helps prevent chest pain (angina).
How to take it
Take it once a day at the same time, with or without food.
Common side effects
- Swelling of the ankles.
- Headache or flushing in the first days.
Call your doctor if
- Chest pain that is new or worse.
- Very fast heartbeat or fainting.
Take care
Avoid large amounts of grapefruit juice.
From our clinic: Ankle swelling is common and not harmful in itself. Tell the doctor if it bothers you; a dose or medicine change often helps.
About Hydrochlorothiazide
Medically reviewed by Dr Khizer Hussain Junaidy, MD Pharmacology, Diabetologist & Bariatric Physician, on 23 Oct 2026.
What it is for
A water tablet (diuretic) that lowers BP. Often combined with telmisartan, olmesartan or losartan.
How to take it
Take it in the morning, so you do not need to pass urine at night.
Common side effects
- Passing more urine.
- Low sodium or potassium.
- Higher uric acid or sugar in some people.
Call your doctor if
- Muscle cramps, weakness or confusion.
- Severe dizziness.
Take care
Tell the doctor about gout.
From our clinic: Blood salts (sodium, potassium) are checked after starting.
About Olmesartan
Medically reviewed by Dr Khizer Hussain Junaidy, MD Pharmacology, Diabetologist & Bariatric Physician, on 23 Oct 2026.
What it is for
Lowers blood pressure.
How to take it
Take it once a day, with or without food.
Common side effects
- Dizziness on standing.
- Rarely, long-lasting diarrhoea with weight loss.
Call your doctor if
- Pregnancy or planning one.
- Diarrhoea that lasts weeks with weight loss.
- Swelling of the face or lips.
Take care
Not for use in pregnancy. Avoid potassium salt substitutes unless the doctor says so. Avoid regular painkillers like diclofenac or ibuprofen unless the doctor agrees.
From our clinic: Check your BP at home and bring the readings to your visit.
General information for patients, not a substitute for your doctor's advice. Your dose and plan may differ.
Details are taken from the maker's pack listing and our billing system. Prices are MRP and may change. This page is not medical advice: do not start, stop or switch a medicine without your doctor. Page updated 24 Oct 2026.