Telmisartan 40mg + Ezelnidipine 8mg

Telmisartan 40mg + Ezelnidipine 8mg — Uses and Benefits

This combination medicine is mainly prescribed to control high blood pressure in adults who need more than one medicine to keep their blood pressure in the normal range.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Treating high blood pressure (hypertension)
• Long-term control of blood pressure when a single medicine is not enough
• Reducing the risk of heart and kidney complications linked to uncontrolled blood pressure

HOW IT WORKS

• Telmisartan blocks angiotensin II, a chemical that tightens blood vessels, allowing them to relax
• Ezelnidipine blocks calcium channels in blood vessel walls, causing the vessels to widen
• Together they reduce the resistance in blood vessels, lowering blood pressure more effectively than either alone

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• It is not a painkiller or fever medicine
• It is not used for sudden severe chest pain or heart attack treatment
• It is not a substitute for lifestyle changes like diet, exercise, and weight control
• It should not be used for emergency lowering of dangerously high blood pressure without medical supervision

How to Use Telmisartan 40mg + Ezelnidipine 8mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once a day
• Swallow the tablet with a glass of water
• Can be taken with or without food, but try to take it at the same time each day
• Do not crush or chew unless your doctor tells you to
• Continue taking it regularly even if you feel well, as blood pressure control needs continuous treatment
• Do not stop suddenly without talking to your doctor

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue your normal schedule
• 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

Telmisartan 40mg + Ezelnidipine 8mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Tiredness or fatigue
• Swelling in feet or ankles
• Flushing or warmth in face

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Low blood pressure, especially on standing up
• Fast or irregular heartbeat
• Nausea or stomach upset
• Muscle cramps
• Skin rash or itching

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Swelling of face, lips, tongue or throat, or difficulty breathing (allergic reaction)
• Fainting or severe dizziness
• Very slow or very fast heartbeat
• Signs of kidney problems such as reduced urination or swelling
• Yellowing of skin or eyes (liver problem)
• Chest pain

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

Telmisartan 40mg + Ezelnidipine 8mg — Safety Information and Precautions

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, ezelnidipine, or similar medicines
• Have severe liver disease or bile duct blockage
• Have severe kidney disease with certain conditions, as advised by your doctor

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have any kidney or liver disease
• Have diabetes
• Have heart problems, including heart failure or recent heart attack
• Are on a low-salt diet or take potassium supplements
• Have low blood pressure or tend to feel dizzy on standing
• Are taking any other blood pressure or heart medicines

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other blood pressure lowering medicines
• Potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics
• Certain painkillers (NSAIDs) taken regularly
• Lithium
• Certain antifungal or antibiotic medicines
• Other calcium channel blockers

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I take this medicine if I am pregnant?

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?

High blood pressure usually needs long-term treatment, so continue taking it as long as your doctor advises, even if you feel fine.

Can I stop this medicine once my blood pressure is normal?

• No, do not stop without consulting your doctor, as stopping suddenly can cause your blood pressure to rise again.
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