Medicines Uses and Side Effects Guide
A Quick Reference Table of Common Medications
Hypertension (Blood Pressure) Medicines
Medicine Name Uses Common Side Effects
Reduces blood Swelling in legs/ankles,
Amlodipine (AMLODE) pressure, treats dizziness, headache,
angina fatigue
Nifedipine (NFD Lowers BP, relieves Headache, flushed skin,
RETARD) chest pain palpitations, dizziness
Telmisartan (MICARDIS, Reduces blood Dizziness, fatigue,
TELGO) pressure cough, hyperkalemia
Dizziness, fatigue,
Losartan + Lowers BP with
increased urination,
Hydrochlorothiazide diuretic effect
muscle weakness
Ankle swelling,
Amlodipine + Dual action BP
dizziness, increased
Hydrochlorothiazide control
urination
Dilates blood
Headache, dizziness,
Nicorandil (NICOLINE) vessels, reduces
palpitations
chest pain
Stomach upset,
Antiplatelet,
Aspirin (ECOSPRIN) heartburn, increased
prevents clots
bleeding risk
Increased urination,
Hydrochlorothiazide Water pill, lowers
weakness, electrolyte
(HYDROCL) BP
imbalance
Beta-blocker, Fatigue, dizziness,
Metoprolol (TOPME) reduces BP and bradycardia, sexual
heart rate dysfunction
Cholesterol-Lowering Medicines (Statins)
Medicine Name Uses Common Side Effects
Muscle pain, joint
Atorvastatin Lowers cholesterol,
pain, headache,
(JOVASTATIN) prevents heart disease
fatigue
Rosuvastatin Reduces bad cholesterol, Muscle weakness, joint
(ROSULINE) raises good cholesterol pain, headache
Fenofibrate Lowers triglycerides and Stomach upset, muscle
(FINABATE) cholesterol pain, gallstones
Febuxostat Joint pain, nausea,
Reduces uric acid levels
(FEBUSTAT) liver issues, rash
Rash, nausea, joint
Allopurinol Treats gout, lowers uric
pain flare, liver
(ZYRIK) acid
damage
Diabetes Medicines
Medicine Name Uses Common Side Effects
Glimepiride
Controls blood sugar Hypoglycemia, weight
(GLIMICUT,
levels gain, nausea, headache
GLIMITH)
Metformin Lowers blood
Stomach upset, diarrhea,
(OKAMET, glucose, improves
metallic taste, nausea
DAILYMET) insulin action
Weight gain, fluid
Pioglitazone Improves insulin
retention, heart issues,
(PIOLEE) sensitivity
bone loss
Dapagliflozin SGLT2 inhibitor, Urinary infections, genital
(DAPAFLOZIN) lowers blood sugar infections, low BP
Teneligliptin DPP-4 inhibitor, Headache, cold-like
(TELNIGLIP) controls blood sugar symptoms, sore throat
Headache,
Linagliptin DPP-4 inhibitor,
nasopharyngitis, upper
(LINAGLIVAC) reduces blood sugar
respiratory infection
Alpha-glucosidase Diarrhea, bloating,
Voglibose inhibitor, delays flatulence, abdominal
sugar absorption pain
Glibenclamide Stimulates insulin Hypoglycemia, weight
(DAOMIDE) release gain, nausea, skin rash
Multivitamins and Supplements
Medicine Name Uses Common Side Effects
Cholecalciferol Vitamin D3, Nausea, drowsiness,
(CALSMA-D3) strengthens bones metallic taste (rare)
Mecobalamin Vitamin B12, treats Rare side effects, mild
(NERJUWIN) nerve damage itching in some cases
Bone health,
Calcium + Vitamin D3 Constipation, nausea,
prevents
(CIPCAL) kidney stones (with excess)
osteoporosis
Stomach upset,
Ferrous Ascorbate Iron supplement,
constipation, dark stools,
(HAEMOPROL XT) treats anemia
nausea
Nausea, copper deficiency
Zinc (ZINCOTOP, ZINC Immune support,
(with excessive use),
MAXCEE) wound healing
metallic taste
Energy
Vitamin B Complex Rare, flushing in some
metabolism, nerve
(BECOVIT FORTE) cases
function
Taurine +
Kidney support, Nausea, stomach upset,
Acetylcysteine
antioxidant bad breath (rare)
(NEFROSAVE)
Gastrointestinal (GIT) Medicines
Common Side
Medicine Name Uses
Effects
Reduces stomach Headache, diarrhea,
Pantoprazole
acid, treats nausea, abdominal
(DUCOPAN)
ulcers/GERD pain
Proton pump Headache, nausea,
Esomeprazole
inhibitor, heals acid diarrhea, stomach
(ESOMIFYL)
reflux cramps
Headache, dizziness,
H2 blocker, reduces
Ranitidine (TAC) constipation,
stomach acid
diarrhea
Headache,
Ondansetron (ONDIRON, Anti-nausea, treats
constipation, fatigue,
VOMishield) vomiting
dizziness
Increases stomach Headache, dry
Domperidone (HURTIZ-
movement, reduces mouth, diarrhea,
D)
nausea increased prolactin
Antispasmodic, Dizziness, headache,
Drotaverine (DITIM,
relieves abdominal constipation, dry
DROZIVER-M)
pain mouth
Dry mouth,
Dicyclomine (GEFTAL Relieves stomach
dizziness, blurred
SPAS, TRIGAAN) cramps
vision, constipation
Constipation,
Loperamide (LUPIDIUM) Treats diarrhea dizziness, abdominal
pain, nausea
Stomach upset,
Mefenamic Acid Pain relief, reduces
heartburn,
(DROZIVER-M) inflammation
headache, dizziness
Bloating, flatulence,
Lactulose (EASYLAX,
Treats constipation stomach cramps,
LACTUDOS)
diarrhea
Generally well-
Racecadortil Reduces diarrhea, tolerated, rare
(RACECORTIL) protects gut lining nausea or
constipation
Bloating, gas, mild
Prebiotics/Probiotics Improves gut health
stomach upset
(PREBOVAG, GIT GAT) and digestion
initially
Antibiotic and Anthelmintic Medicines
Medicine Name Uses Common Side Effects
Metronidazole Treats infections Metallic taste, nausea,
(ARTROGYL) (bacterial, parasitic) headache, dark urine
Clopidogrel Antiplatelet, prevents Bruising, bleeding,
(ECOPRIL-A) blood clots nausea, headache
Nausea, diarrhea,
Albendazole Treats worm
abdominal pain,
(ALDOL, BENDEX) infections
headache
Ivermectin Anti-parasitic, treats Dizziness, nausea, rash,
(IVERACTIN) various infections muscle pain
Renal (Kidney) Support Medicines
Common Side
Medicine Name Uses
Effects
Taurine + Kidney protection, Nausea, stomach
Acetylcysteine reduces kidney upset, bad breath
(NEFROSAVE) damage (rare)
Sodium Bicarbonate Reduces acidity in Nausea, vomiting,
(SODICAB FORTE) blood, kidney support headache, alkalosis
Oral Care Medicines
Medicine Name Uses Common Side Effects
Gargle, kills
Povidone Iodine Staining of teeth, rare
bacteria in
(PREVODINE) allergic reactions
mouth/throat
Metronidazole + Treats gum Staining, allergic
Chlorhexidine infections, bad reactions, mouth
(METROHEX PLUS) breath irritation
Numbness, allergic
Choline Salicylate + Relieves mouth
reactions, mouth
Lignocaine (ULCERFREE) ulcer pain
irritation
Staining, tooth
Chlorhexidine Wash Mouth rinse,
discoloration, rare
(FRESHIA) prevents infections
allergies
Miscellaneous and Supportive Medicines
Common Side
Medicine Name Uses
Effects
Relieves itching and Mild dryness, rare
Calamine (CALAMIN)
skin irritation allergic reactions
Treats scabies and Itching, burning,
Permethrin (PERMINEC)
lice rash, numbness
Heparin + Benzyl
Dissolves blood clots, Bruising, rash,
Nicotinate
improves circulation burning sensation
(THROMBOLENT)
Liver protection, Nausea, rash,
Silymarin (SILYBON)
antioxidant headache (rare)
Quick Tips
✓ Always take medicines as prescribed by your doctor
✓ Report any unusual side effects to your healthcare provider immediately
✓ Do not skip doses or stop medicines without consulting your doctor
✓ Store medicines in cool, dry places away from sunlight
✓ Check expiry dates before taking medicines
✓ For cardiac patients: Be extra cautious with blood pressure and heart medicines
Note: This is a quick reference guide. For detailed information, consult your healthcare
provider or read the medicine package insert. Side effects listed are common; not all may
occur in every individual.