Telmisartan 40mg + Cilnidipine 10mg

Telmisartan 40mg + Cilnidipine 10mg — Uses and Benefits

This medicine is used to treat high blood pressure in adults, especially when a single medicine is not enough to control it.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Control of high blood pressure (hypertension)
• Long-term management of blood pressure to reduce risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney problems
• Used when combination therapy is needed for better blood pressure control

HOW IT WORKS

• Telmisartan blocks a hormone called angiotensin II, which causes blood vessels to narrow, so blood vessels relax and widen
• Cilnidipine blocks calcium channels in blood vessel walls and nerve endings, further relaxing blood vessels and reducing pressure
• Together they provide a more complete and steady control of blood pressure than either alone

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not a painkiller and does not treat headache or body pain
• Not used for immediate emergency lowering of dangerously high blood pressure
• Not a treatment for heart attack or stroke once it has already occurred
• Not to be used for anxiety-related temporary rise in blood pressure without doctor's advice

How to Use Telmisartan 40mg + Cilnidipine 10mg

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 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 the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue as usual
• 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 and sight of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack

Telmisartan 40mg + Cilnidipine 10mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

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

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Fast or irregular heartbeat
• Nausea
• Muscle cramps
• Low blood pressure symptoms like light-headedness on standing
• Skin rash or itching

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Severe dizziness or fainting
• Swelling of face, lips, tongue or throat, or difficulty breathing (allergic reaction)
• Chest pain or severe palpitations
• Signs of kidney problems such as reduced urination or swelling
• Severe low blood pressure with confusion or weakness

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

Telmisartan 40mg + Cilnidipine 10mg — Safety Information and Precautions

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

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to telmisartan, cilnidipine, or any other ingredient in the tablet
• Are pregnant or planning pregnancy
• Are breastfeeding
• Have severe liver disease or bile duct blockage
• Have severe kidney disease requiring dialysis (unless advised otherwise by your doctor)

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have kidney or liver problems
• Have heart failure or any heart rhythm problem
• Have diabetes, especially if taking medicines containing aliskiren
• Have low blood pressure or tend to feel dizzy on standing
• Are taking any other blood pressure medicines or supplements
• Are elderly or have any electrolyte imbalance (like high potassium)

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other blood pressure-lowering medicines (may increase effect)
• Potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics
• Lithium
• NSAIDs (pain relievers like ibuprofen) used regularly
• Other calcium channel blockers or drugs affecting heart rhythm
• Certain antifungal or antibiotic medicines that interact with calcium channel blockers

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.

How long do I need to take this medicine?

This is usually a long-term treatment for blood pressure control, and you should continue as long as your doctor advises, even if you feel well.

Can I drink alcohol while on this medicine?

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