Telmisartan 40mg + Chlorthalidone 6.25mg

Telmisartan 40mg + Chlorthalidone 6.25mg — Uses and Benefits

This medicine is prescribed for managing high blood pressure in adults who are not adequately controlled on a single medicine alone.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension)
• Used when one blood pressure medicine alone is not enough to control levels
• Helps reduce long-term risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney problems linked to high blood pressure

HOW IT WORKS

• Telmisartan blocks a hormone called angiotensin II, allowing blood vessels to relax and widen
• Chlorthalidone is a diuretic that helps kidneys remove extra salt and water from the body
• Together they lower blood pressure more effectively than either medicine alone

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not a painkiller or fever medicine
• Not used for immediate emergency lowering of dangerously high blood pressure
• Not a treatment for infections
• Not recommended for use in pregnancy

How to Use Telmisartan 40mg + Chlorthalidone 6.25mg

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 a glass of 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 and follow-up visits as advised

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 one and continue as usual
• 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 the original pack until ready to use
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack

Telmisartan 40mg + Chlorthalidone 6.25mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Dizziness
• Tiredness or weakness
• Headache
• Increased urination

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Muscle cramps
• Low blood pressure symptoms like lightheadedness on standing
• Nausea or stomach upset
• Changes in blood sugar or uric acid levels

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Signs of an allergic reaction such as swelling of face, lips, or throat, or difficulty breathing
• Severe dizziness or fainting
• Very low urine output or signs of kidney problems
• Irregular heartbeat or muscle weakness (may indicate low potassium or sodium levels)
• Yellowing of skin or eyes

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

Telmisartan 40mg + Chlorthalidone 6.25mg — Safety Information and Precautions

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

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are pregnant or planning pregnancy
• Are breastfeeding
• Have severe liver or kidney disease
• Have a known allergy to telmisartan, chlorthalidone, or sulfa-related medicines
• Have severe difficulty passing urine

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have kidney or liver disease
• Have diabetes
• Have gout or high uric acid levels
• Have low sodium or potassium levels
• Are on a salt-restricted or potassium-restricted diet
• Have heart disease

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other blood pressure lowering medicines
• Potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics
• Lithium
• Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen
• Medicines for diabetes, as blood sugar control may be affected

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I take this medicine during pregnancy?

No, this medicine should not be used during pregnancy as it can harm the baby; inform your doctor immediately if you become pregnant.

Will this medicine cure my high blood pressure permanently?

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

Can I drink alcohol while taking this medicine?

• Alcohol can increase dizziness and lower blood pressure further, so it is best to limit or avoid it and discuss with your doctor.
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