Telmisartan 80mg + Amlodipine 5mg

Telmisartan 80mg + Amlodipine 5mg — Uses and Benefits

This combination medicine is mainly used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) in adults who need more than one medicine to control their blood pressure.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Control of high blood pressure
• Long-term management of hypertension when a single medicine is not enough
• Reducing risk of heart-related complications linked to high blood pressure

HOW IT WORKS

• Telmisartan blocks angiotensin II, a substance that narrows blood vessels, helping vessels relax
• Amlodipine blocks calcium channels in vessel walls, causing the vessels to widen
• Together they lower blood pressure more effectively than either alone

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not used for emergency, sudden lowering of dangerously high blood pressure
• Not a treatment for chest pain occurring suddenly (acute angina attack)
• Not used for conditions unrelated to blood pressure or heart workload
• Not recommended for use in pregnancy

How to Use Telmisartan 80mg + Amlodipine 5mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once a day
• Swallow the tablet whole 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 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
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose
• Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one
• If you miss doses often, set a reminder or ask your pharmacist for tips

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 and pets
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack

Telmisartan 80mg + Amlodipine 5mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

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

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Palpitations (fast or irregular heartbeat)
• Nausea or stomach upset
• Muscle cramps
• Low blood pressure symptoms like fainting
• 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)
• Severe dizziness or fainting
• Signs of liver problems such as yellowing of skin or eyes, dark urine
• Very slow, fast, or irregular heartbeat
• Chest pain
• Reduced urine output or swelling suggesting kidney problems

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

Telmisartan 80mg + Amlodipine 5mg — 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 pregnant or planning pregnancy
• Are breastfeeding
• Have a known allergy to telmisartan, amlodipine, or other similar medicines
• Have severe liver disease or bile duct blockage
• Have severe narrowing of the aortic valve or heart-related shock

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have kidney disease
• Have liver problems
• Have diabetes
• Have a history of low blood pressure or fainting
• Are taking other blood pressure medicines or diuretics
• Have heart failure or recent heart attack

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other blood pressure-lowering medicines
• Potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics
• Lithium
• NSAIDs (pain relievers like ibuprofen) used regularly
• Certain antifungal or HIV medicines
• Simvastatin (may need dose adjustment)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I take this medicine during pregnancy?

No, this combination is not recommended during pregnancy as it can harm the baby; inform your doctor immediately if you become pregnant.

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

No, do not stop without consulting your doctor, as blood pressure can rise again if the medicine is stopped suddenly.

Can I drink alcohol while taking this medicine?

• It is best to limit alcohol, as it can increase dizziness and further lower blood pressure.
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