CORTEL A TABLET

Uses and Benefits of CORTEL A TABLET (TELMISARTAN 40MG + AMLODIPINE 5MG)

This medicine is used mainly to treat high blood pressure in adults who need more than one medicine to control it.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Control of high blood pressure (hypertension)
• Reducing risk of heart-related complications caused by uncontrolled blood pressure
• Used when a single blood pressure medicine is not enough to control levels

HOW IT WORKS

• Telmisartan blocks angiotensin II, a chemical that narrows blood vessels, helping vessels relax and widen
• Amlodipine blocks calcium entry into blood vessel muscles, causing them to relax and widen
• Together they lower blood pressure more effectively than either alone

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not used for immediate relief of a sudden severe blood pressure spike (hypertensive emergency)
• Not a treatment for chest pain due to heart attack
• Not used for treating infections or pain
• Not recommended for use in pregnancy

Side Effects of CORTEL A TABLET (TELMISARTAN 40MG + AMLODIPINE 5MG)

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Swelling of ankles or feet
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Tiredness or fatigue
• Flushing (warmth or redness of skin)

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Nausea or stomach upset
• Muscle cramps
• Palpitations (fast heartbeat)
• Low blood pressure symptoms like light-headedness on standing

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Severe dizziness or fainting
• Swelling of face, lips, tongue or throat (allergic reaction)
• Difficulty breathing
• Yellowing of skin or eyes (signs of liver problems)
• Very slow or irregular heartbeat
• Signs of kidney problems such as reduced urination or swelling

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

How to Use CORTEL A TABLET (TELMISARTAN 40MG + AMLODIPINE 5MG)

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once a day
• Can be taken with or without food, but try to take it at the same time each day
• Swallow the tablet with water; do not crush or chew unless advised
• Do not stop taking it suddenly even if you feel well, as blood pressure can rise again
• Continue regular blood pressure checks as advised by your doctor

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember on the same day
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose
• Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed one

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep in the original packaging until ready to use
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack

Safety Information and Precautions for CORTEL A TABLET (TELMISARTAN 40MG + AMLODIPINE 5MG)

This is a prescription-only medicine in India and should be used only under medical supervision.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are pregnant or planning pregnancy
• Are breastfeeding
• Have a known allergy to telmisartan, amlodipine, or similar medicines
• Have severe liver disease or bile duct problems
• Have severe narrowing of the heart valves (aortic stenosis) without medical advice

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have kidney disease
• Have liver problems
• Have diabetes
• Have heart failure or recent heart attack
• Are on a low-salt diet or take potassium supplements
• Are elderly or have low blood pressure tendency

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other blood pressure-lowering medicines
• Potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics
• NSAID pain relievers like ibuprofen used long term
• Lithium
• Certain medicines for diabetes

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I take this medicine for life?

Many people need long-term treatment for blood pressure control; your doctor will decide based on your response.

Will this medicine make me feel dizzy?

Some people feel mild dizziness, especially when starting treatment or standing up quickly; it usually improves over time.

Can I drink alcohol while taking this medicine?

• Alcohol can increase the blood pressure-lowering effect and cause dizziness, so it is best to limit or avoid it.
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