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Hi Dude,
I did a bit of research on this for a friend who was on similar medication.
It appears that it is not a definite no to diving but it maybe quite difficult to get clearance from a Doc. The drug is a betablocker, this can cause problems with diving as it slows the heart and reduces tolerence for exercise.
Apparently it is possible for someone to be tested for their exercise tolerence while on the drug to see whether it maybe possible for them to dive.
However there are I believe other symptoms and side effects that can mask the symptoms of DCS.
So all in all not great news.
However apparently their are other drugs to control blood pressure, sartans or some such that are much more diving friendly.
I am in no way qualified to advise but I would suspect a diving knowledgable doctor could provide advice and suggestions as to whether he could dive on his current medication or whether he would be suitable to be switched to something more diving friendly.
There is a list of Docs on the BSAC web site who might be able to assist and advice.
Hope that helps,
Daz
Disclaimer :- Do not take anything above as factual or correct, I am in no way qualified on these types of things and even played truant during many biology lessons.