A patient with newly diagnosed essential hypertension is started on hydrochlorothiazide. Which of the following is a common adverse effect associated with this medication?

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

Thiazide diuretics like hydrochlorothiazide inhibit NaCl reabsorption in the distal convoluted tubule. This can lead to side effects such as hypokalemia, hyponatremia, hyperglycemia, hypercalcemia, and hyperuricemia.