Telma AM Tablet: High Blood Pressure Treatment (15 Tablets)

Telma AM Tablet 15's

Uses:

• Treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension).

Active Constituents:

• Telmisartan + Amlodipine.

Mechanism of Action:

• Telmisartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker.
• Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker.
• Together, they relax blood vessels and make the heart's pumping action more efficient, lowering blood pressure.

Important Safety Information:

• Do not consume if hypersensitive to Telmisartan, Amlodipine, or dihydropyridine derivatives.
• Avoid use in women beyond the third trimester of pregnancy.
• Not recommended for patients with severe liver or bile problems.
• Do not combine with aliskiren-containing medications in patients with type 2 diabetes or moderate to severe kidney impairment.
• Consult a doctor if you have shock, left-sided heart blood flow obstruction, or heart failure after a heart attack.

Dosage and Administration:

• Take as per the advice of the doctor.
• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.
• Do not break or chew the tablet.

Storage:

• Store away from light and moisture.
• Maintain the temperature below 30ºC.
• Keep out of sight and reach of pets and children.
• Always check the expiry date before consuming.

Interactions with Other Drugs:

• Inform your doctor about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products you take or have taken before the treatment.

Side Effects:

• Serious: swelling of ankles and feet, dizziness, change in vision.
• Common: headaches, back pain, difficulty in breathing, stomach pain, nausea, muscle pain, fever.

Word of Advice:

• Inform your doctor if you have a history of allergic reactions to Telma AM tablet.
• Do not use this medicine if you have a history of heart disease (angina, myocardial infarction, stroke, or transient ischemic attack).
• Tell your doctor before the treatment commencement if you are pregnant or having liver, kidney, or uterine problems.
• Regularly monitor blood pressure and perform kidney function tests.

FAQs:

1. Can I stop taking Telma AM tablet if my blood pressure becomes normal?

   • Do not stop taking Telma AM tablet without the proper advice of the doctor.

2. Can Telma AM tablet cause addiction?

   • Telma AM tablet does not cause addiction.

3. Does Telmisarta + Amlodipine cause depression?

   • No, Telma AM tablet does not cause depression. If you experience depression while taking this medication, consult your doctor as soon as possible.

4. What should I avoid while taking Telma AM tablet?

   • It is highly unsafe during pregnancy and causes developing defects in the baby, so avoid planning a pregnancy or inform your doctor if you are pregnant before taking Telma AM tablet.

5. What is the effect of Telma AM tablet on the heart?

   • If a patient has a history of heart attack, stroke, or myocardial infarction, kindly inform your doctor before taking Telma AM tablet, as it causes palpitation and irregular heartbeats.

Fact Box:

• Molecule name: Telmisartan + Amlodipine.
• Therapeutic class: Anti-hypertensive agent.
• Pharmacological class: Angiotensin II Receptor Antagonist with calcium channel blockers.
• Indications: Treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension).

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