# Hypertension Drugs in Nigeria

Our October 2026 copy of the NAFDAC register holds 671 hypertension products across the 12 medicines in this guide, 284 of them with active registrations, from 213 registration holders.

- Source: https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/category/hypertension/
- Drug guides in this category: 12
- Last updated: October 2026
- Supply report (October 2026 copy): https://ogbogwu.com/data/supply/hypertension/ — 284 active registrations from 120 companies

High blood pressure is Nigeria's quietest epidemic — roughly one adult in three has it, most found out by accident at a screening, a clinic visit, or after a scare. Amlodipine and lisinopril are the workhorses here, with losartan, atenolol, nifedipine, and labetalol (a common choice in pregnancy) filling out the shelf. These are cheap generics for the most part; a month of treatment often costs less than a fast-food meal.

What actually kills people is stopping. Blood pressure tablets only work while you take them, and the habit of 'resting' the drugs once readings improve — or switching to herbal 'cleansers' — is how strokes happen at 50. If cost is the reason for skipping, say so at the pharmacy: there is almost always a cheaper registered generic of the same molecule, and this site lists them.

## Hypertension drug prices in Nigeria (October 2026)

As of October 2026, hypertension medicines in Nigeria cost between ₦850–₦41,100 per pack depending on the drug, brand, and pack size, with live online prices sampled from Nigerian pharmacies for 8 of the 12 medicines below. The table below compares each medicine's typical range.

| Medicine | Typical price range | Online (sampled) |
|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/amlodipine/) | ₦1,150–₦7,670 | ~₦1,750 (a pack of 28–30) |
| Atenolol (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/atenolol/) | ₦1,750–₦3,500 | ~₦3,150 |
| Furosemide (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/furosemide/) | ₦1,450–₦6,050 | ~₦2,000 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/hydrochlorothiazide/) | Price varies — check with a pharmacy | — |
| Labetalol (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/labetalol/) | ₦8,250–₦41,100 | ~₦19,850 |
| Lisinopril (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/lisinopril/) | ₦850–₦2,850 | ~₦1,120 |
| Losartan (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/losartan/) | ₦1,900 | ~₦1,900 |
| Metoprolol (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/metoprolol/) | ₦9,100–₦35,570 | ~₦26,550 |
| Nifedipine (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/nifedipine/) | Price varies — check with a pharmacy | — |
| Propranolol (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/propranolol/) | Price varies — check with a pharmacy | — |
| Spironolactone (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/spironolactone/) | Price varies — check with a pharmacy | — |
| Telmisartan (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/telmisartan/) | ₦5,400–₦38,300 | ~₦17,720 |

Ranges span brands and pack sizes; online figures are medians sampled from Nigerian online pharmacies, latest October 2026. Open-market prices are often lower.

## All hypertension drug guides

- Amlodipine (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/amlodipine/): Calcium channel blocker (dihydropyridine); prescription only; WHO essential medicine
- Atenolol (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/atenolol/): Beta-1 selective adrenergic blocker; prescription only; WHO essential medicine
- Furosemide (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/furosemide/): Loop diuretic; prescription only; WHO essential medicine
- Hydrochlorothiazide (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/hydrochlorothiazide/): Thiazide diuretic; prescription only; WHO essential medicine
- Labetalol (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/labetalol/): Combined alpha- and beta-adrenergic blocker; prescription only; WHO essential medicine
- Lisinopril (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/lisinopril/): Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor; prescription only; WHO essential medicine
- Losartan (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/losartan/): Angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB); prescription only; WHO essential medicine
- Metoprolol (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/metoprolol/): Cardioselective beta-1 blocker; prescription only
- Nifedipine (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/nifedipine/): Dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker; prescription only; WHO essential medicine
- Propranolol (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/propranolol/): Non-selective beta-blocker; prescription only
- Spironolactone (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/spironolactone/): Aldosterone antagonist (potassium-sparing diuretic); prescription only; WHO essential medicine
- Telmisartan (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/telmisartan/): Angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB); prescription only

## Every registered brand, by medicine (October 2026 copy)

The NAFDAC Greenbook's complete brand list for each hypertension medicine — every registration holder and number, not just the well-known names.

- Amlodipine brands (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/amlodipine/brands/): 270 registrations
- Hydrochlorothiazide brands (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/hydrochlorothiazide/brands/): 125 registrations
- Telmisartan brands (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/telmisartan/brands/): 105 registrations
- Lisinopril brands (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/lisinopril/brands/): 96 registrations
- Losartan brands (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/losartan/brands/): 88 registrations
- Atenolol brands (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/atenolol/brands/): 20 registrations
- Furosemide brands (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/furosemide/brands/): 20 registrations
- Nifedipine brands (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/nifedipine/brands/): 20 registrations
- Spironolactone brands (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/spironolactone/brands/): 18 registrations
- Metoprolol brands (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/metoprolol/brands/): 7 registrations
- Propranolol brands (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/propranolol/brands/): 7 registrations

## Related on Ogbogwu

Conditions treated with hypertension drugs:

- Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) (https://ogbogwu.com/conditions/hypertension/)

Guides:

- How to Verify if a Drug is NAFDAC-Approved: Step-by-Step Guide (https://ogbogwu.com/guides/nafdac-drug-verification/)
- How to Buy Medicines in Bulk in Nigeria (Safely) (https://ogbogwu.com/guides/how-to-buy-medicines-in-bulk-nigeria/)
- How to Register with NAFDAC as a Drug Dealer in Nigeria (2026 Guide) (https://ogbogwu.com/guides/nafdac-registration-drug-dealers/)

Related categories:

- Cholesterol (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/category/cholesterol/)
- Diabetes (https://ogbogwu.com/drugs/category/diabetes/)

## FAQs

### What hypertension medicines are available in Nigeria?

As of October 2026, Ogbogwu covers 12 hypertension medicines sold in Nigeria: Amlodipine, Atenolol, Furosemide, Hydrochlorothiazide, Labetalol, Lisinopril, Losartan, Metoprolol, Nifedipine, Propranolol, Spironolactone, Telmisartan. Each has a full guide covering NAFDAC-registered brands, typical prices, dosage, side effects, and how to verify the product you're buying is genuine.

### How much do hypertension drugs cost in Nigeria?

As of October 2026, hypertension medicines in Nigeria cost between ₦850–₦41,100 per pack depending on the drug, brand, and pack size, with live online prices sampled from Nigerian pharmacies for 8 of the 12 medicines below. The table below compares each medicine's typical range.

### How many hypertension products are NAFDAC-registered?

Our October 2026 copy of the NAFDAC Greenbook holds 671 hypertension products matched to the medicines on this page, from 213 manufacturers — 284 currently listed as active in the Greenbook (listings can lag renewals). Each drug's "All brands" page lists every registered product with its NAFDAC number, and you can verify any number free with our NAFDAC Checker. Always confirm the number on the pack matches the registry before buying.

Verify any NAFDAC number free (no login): https://ogbogwu.com/nafdac-checker/