I have hypertension. I am at present on amlodipine 10mg. My last 2 bp readings a month apart were 160/100. My doctor added bendrofluazide 5mg to my amlodipine medication. After only 2 doses, yesterday and the day before, I experienced severe cramps in my left calf. I am also taking febuxostat/Adenuric 80mg for prevention of gout. I am allergic to allopurinol and probenecid. My daily water intake is about 6 to 8 regular-sized mugs. My coffee intake is about 2 mugs daily. I gave up smoking (pk of 20s over 3 days) 2 months ago. I am a casual drinker. My alcohol consumption is about 1 litre of beer or 500ml of wine a month. Should I continue with the bendrofluazide tabs? How can I better control my hypertension without further medication? I control my diet, weight and am physically active in landscaping and gardening.