Telmisartan 80mg + Cilnidipine 10mg

Telmisartan 80mg + Cilnidipine 10mg — Uses and Benefits

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

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Long-term control of blood pressure when a single medicine is not enough
• Reducing strain on the heart and blood vessels caused by high blood pressure

HOW IT WORKS

• Telmisartan blocks angiotensin II, a hormone that narrows blood vessels, helping them relax
• Cilnidipine blocks calcium channels in blood vessel walls, causing them to widen
• Together they lower blood pressure more effectively than either alone
• Wider, relaxed blood vessels reduce the workload on the heart

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• It is not a painkiller or fever medicine
• It does not treat sudden very high blood pressure emergencies requiring immediate hospital care
• It is not used to treat infections
• It should not be used for immediate relief of chest pain or heart attack symptoms
• It is not a substitute for lifestyle changes like diet, exercise, and weight control

How to Use Telmisartan 80mg + Cilnidipine 10mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once daily
• Try to take it at the same time every day to maintain steady blood pressure control
• Can be taken with or without food, unless your doctor advises otherwise
• Swallow the tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew unless instructed
• Continue taking it regularly even if you feel well; high blood pressure often has no symptoms
• Do not stop suddenly without consulting 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 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 out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack

Telmisartan 80mg + Cilnidipine 10mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

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

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Fast or irregular heartbeat
• Nausea or stomach upset
• Muscle cramps
• Low blood pressure symptoms like light-headedness on standing
• 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
• Chest pain or irregular heartbeat
• Signs of kidney problems such as reduced urine output or swelling
• Yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice)

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

Telmisartan 80mg + Cilnidipine 10mg — 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 a known allergy to telmisartan, cilnidipine, or similar medicines
• Have severe liver disease or bile duct obstruction
• Have severe kidney disease requiring dialysis

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have diabetes
• Have kidney or liver problems
• Have heart failure or a history of heart disease
• Are taking potassium supplements or salt substitutes
• Are elderly or have low blood pressure tendencies

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other blood pressure lowering medicines
• Diuretics (water pills)
• Potassium-sparing medicines or potassium supplements
• NSAIDs like ibuprofen used regularly
• Lithium
• Other 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 are or plan to become pregnant.

How long do I need to take this medicine?

High blood pressure usually requires 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?

• Do not stop on your own, as blood pressure can rise again; any change in dose should be done only under medical supervision.
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