About Telmisartan
Medically reviewed by Dr Khizer Hussain Junaidy, MD Pharmacology, Diabetologist & Bariatric Physician, on 23 Oct 2026.
What it is for
Lowers blood pressure. It also lowers the risk of heart attack and stroke in people at high risk. In diabetes, it may help protect the kidneys.
How to take it
Take it once a day at the same time, with or without food.
Common side effects
- Dizziness when standing up quickly, mostly in the first days.
- High potassium in some people.
Call your doctor if
- You become pregnant or plan a pregnancy. It must be changed.
- Swelling of the face, lips or tongue.
- Very low urine output, or severe vomiting and diarrhoea.
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: Your doctor will check kidney tests and potassium after starting or changing the dose.
About Cilnidipine
Medically reviewed by Dr Khizer Hussain Junaidy, MD Pharmacology, Diabetologist & Bariatric Physician, on 23 Oct 2026.
What it is for
Lowers blood pressure. It causes ankle swelling less often than amlodipine and may help reduce protein leak from the kidneys.
How to take it
Take it once a day, usually after breakfast.
Common side effects
- Headache, flushing or dizziness.
- Mild ankle swelling.
Call your doctor if
Take care
Avoid grapefruit juice.
From our clinic: Check BP at home and share the readings.
About Chlorthalidone
Medically reviewed by Dr Khizer Hussain Junaidy, MD Pharmacology, Diabetologist & Bariatric Physician, on 23 Oct 2026.
What it is for
A long-acting water tablet that lowers BP.
How to take it
Take it in the morning.
Common side effects
- Passing more urine.
- Low sodium or potassium.
- Higher uric acid.
Call your doctor if
- Cramps, weakness, confusion.
- Severe dizziness.
Take care
Tell the doctor about gout.
From our clinic: Blood salts are checked after starting.
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 23 Oct 2026.