High Blood Pressure Medication

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, happens when the force of your blood against your artery walls stays too high over time. This puts extra strain on your heart and blood vessels, increasing your risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems.

Many people with high blood pressure have no symptoms, which is why regular blood pressure checks are important for early detection and prevention.

High blood pressure cannot be cured, but it can be managed effectively. By making healthy lifestyle changes and taking medication if needed, most people can control their blood pressure and lower the risk of serious complications.

Yes. There are several proven lifestyle changes that can help reduce high blood pressure:

• Eating a healthy diet with plenty of fruit, vegetables, wholegrains, and low-fat dairy

• Reducing salt, sugar, and saturated fats

• Exercising regularly

• Limiting alcohol and quitting smoking

• Managing stress with techniques like deep breathing or yoga

Always speak to a doctor before relying solely on natural methods, especially if you're already taking medication.

Treating high blood pressure usually involves a mix of lifestyle changes and prescription medication. Your GP may recommend:

• Diet and exercise plans

• Reducing alcohol, caffeine, and quitting smoking

• Medicines like diuretics, beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, or calcium channel blockers, depending on your health needs

The goal is to lower your blood pressure and protect your long-term health.

Most treatments are taken orally as tablets or capsules, sometimes once or twice a day. Some medications are available as long-acting formulations to make them easier to take.

Lifestyle changes such as diet and physical activity are just as important as medication and should be followed alongside any prescription treatment plan.

Yes, high blood pressure medicines require a prescription from a qualified healthcare provider.

At PharmXtra, you can complete a confidential online consultation. A registered prescriber will assess your information and, if appropriate, issue a prescription. Your medication will then be delivered quickly and discreetly to your home.