Interesting post, Radgirl, thanks.
antihypertensive drugs can produce side effects,
Such as betablockers affecting one's libido. Trouble in analysing their effect is that older people tend to suffer high BP, get prescribed betablockers, have been married/with the same partner for many years, hence libido is usually reduced anyway even before popping the pill.
(My apologies for bringing up this subject which I am sure doesn't affect all you healthy young aircrew out there !)
Other frequently prescribed drugs to lower BP are diuretics, but with management (i.e. time of day when you take 'em) trips to the wc can be scheduled at convenient times.
Anyone know of any new developments in medication for reducing BP ?