Q: Can certain blood pressure medicines actually make you lose weight??
A: Blood pressure medicine is not prescribed for weight loss. One of the most common class of drugs used to treat high blood pressure are known as diuretics. Diuretics keep your body from retaining fluid. This may result in some weight loss. To learn more about commonly prescribed blood pressure medicines go to FamilyDoctor.org
Further Reading:
Blood-pressure pill may also aid weight loss — NewScientist.com