Telmisartan 40mg + Amlodipine 2.5mg

Telmisartan 40mg + Amlodipine 2.5mg — Uses and Benefits

This medicine is mainly used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), especially when a single medicine is not enough to control it.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Long-term control of high blood pressure
• Reducing risk of stroke and heart attack linked to uncontrolled blood pressure
• Used when treatment with one blood pressure medicine alone is not sufficient

HOW IT WORKS

• Telmisartan blocks angiotensin II, a hormone that narrows blood vessels, helping vessels stay relaxed
• Amlodipine blocks calcium channels in blood vessel walls, causing vessels to widen and blood flow more easily
• Together they lower blood pressure through two different actions, giving better control

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not used for sudden emergency lowering of very high blood pressure
• Not a painkiller or fever medicine
• Not used for treating infections
• Not a substitute for lifestyle changes like diet, exercise, and weight control

This medicine should only be used as advised by a qualified doctor after checking your blood pressure and overall health condition.

How to Use Telmisartan 40mg + Amlodipine 2.5mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once daily
• 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 suddenly even if you feel well, as blood pressure may rise again
• Continue lifestyle measures like reduced salt intake, exercise, and weight control alongside this medicine

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and continue your normal schedule
• Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one

STORAGE

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

Telmisartan 40mg + Amlodipine 2.5mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

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

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Nausea or stomach upset
• Muscle cramps
• Palpitations (fast heartbeat)
• Low blood pressure symptoms like lightheadedness

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Swelling of face, lips, tongue or throat, or difficulty breathing (allergic reaction)
• Severe dizziness or fainting
• Yellowing of skin or eyes (signs of liver problems)
• Chest pain or irregular heartbeat
• Signs of very low blood pressure such as blurred vision or confusion

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

Telmisartan 40mg + Amlodipine 2.5mg — Safety Information and Precautions

This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription in India.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are pregnant or planning pregnancy
• Are breastfeeding
• Have a known allergy to Telmisartan, Amlodipine, or other similar medicines
• Have severe liver disease or bile duct problems
• Have severe narrowing of the aortic valve (aortic stenosis)

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

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

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other blood pressure medicines
• Potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics
• Lithium
• NSAIDs (pain relievers like ibuprofen) used regularly
• Other medicines affecting the heart rhythm

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I take this medicine with alcohol?

Alcohol can increase dizziness and lower blood pressure further, so it is best to avoid or limit alcohol while on this medicine.

Will this medicine cure my blood pressure permanently?

No, it controls blood pressure but does not cure the underlying condition, so it usually needs to be continued long-term as advised by your doctor.

Can I drive after taking this medicine?

• Some people feel dizzy or tired after taking it, so avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how the medicine affects you.
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