This is 'essential advice' for millions of people.12:36, 06 Jul 2026Millions of individuals taking commonly-prescribed medications across the UK have received "essential advice" from the UK government which is particularly relevant this week.‌Among the medications highlighted by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) are ACE inhibitors and beta-blockers. Numerous other medicines are also referenced by the agency, detailed further below.‌Ramipril is an ACE inhibitor extensively prescribed to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Meanwhile, bisoprolol ranks amongst the most frequently-used beta blockers, prescribed to treat angina, high blood pressure and heart failure, amongst other conditions.‌On 26 June, the MHRA issued guidance on safeguarding your medicine