Telmisartan + Amlodipine Tablets
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Description
Telmisartan and amlodipine are medicines that can be used together or separately to help lower high blood pressure. If it lasts for a long time, the heart and blood vessels may not work well. This can harm the blood vessels in the brain, heart, and kidneys, which may lead to a stroke, heart problems, or kidney problems.
Telmisartan is a type of medicine that helps block a substance in the body called angiotensin II. It works by stopping a substance in the body that makes blood vessels squeeze tighter. This causes the blood vessels to loosen, which lowers blood pressure. When blood pressure goes down, more blood and oxygen flow to the heart.
Amlodipine is a type of medicine that helps relax and widen blood vessels by blocking calcium. It influences how calcium moves into the heart and blood vessel cells. Amlodipine helps to relax the blood vessels, which allows more blood and oxygen to flow to the heart and makes it easier for the heart to work.
How to use ?
Take this medicine as your doctor prescribed. Swallow it all at once. Don’t bite, crush, or break it. You can take Telmisartan+Amlodipine Tablet with food or without it, but it’s best to take it at the same time every day.
Advantages
In Managing High Blood Pressure
The two medicines in this combo both help lower blood pressure, but they do it in different ways. Together, they help blood vessels to relax, making it easier for your heart to move blood throughout your body. This reduces blood pressure. If you keep your blood pressure under control, you lower your chances of having a heart attack, stroke, or kidney issues. You need to take the medicine regularly as your doctor says for it to work properly. You might not notice any immediate effects from this medicine, but it helps you stay healthy over time.
Side effects
- Feeling sleepy
- Swollen ankle
- Head pain
- Feeling lightheaded or unsteady.
- Feeling tired
- Stomachache
- Peripheral edema
- A quick drop in blood pressure.
Safety measures
- Telmisartan and Amlodipine are two medicines that work better together to control blood pressure than either one by itself.
- Taking Telmisartan and Amlodipine together might make you feel dizzy or tired.
- Don’t drink alcohol because it can make this medicine lower your blood pressure more than it should.
- It can make your ankle or foot swell. Lift your legs while sitting, and talk to your doctor if it doesn’t get better.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What things should I stay away from while taking Telmisartan and Amlodipine?
Also, stay away from drinking alcohol because it can lower your blood pressure even more and might cause some problems. Also, make sure to drink enough fluids when you exercise and when it’s hot outside to stay hydrated. The medicine might make you feel dizzy, so don’t drive, use machines, or do anything that needs focus until you see how it affects you. If you feel lightheaded, lie down so you don’t pass out. Sit for a little while before getting up to avoid feeling dizzy again.
What should I do if I take too much Telmisartan and Amlodipine?
If you accidentally take too much Telmisartan+Amlodipine, you might feel symptoms like low blood pressure, dizziness, feeling faint, weakness, throwing up, and a fast heartbeat. Sometimes, a slow heartbeat and problems with kidney function, like kidney failure (for example, making less urine), have also been seen. If you have any of these symptoms, call your doctor right away and get medical help.
What should I do if I forget to take Telmisartan and Amlodipine?
But if it’s nearly time for your next dose, just skip the missed dose and take the one that is due next. If you frequently forget to take your medicine, setting an alarm can help remind you. If you’re not sure, you can ask your doctor for other ways to help you remember.
What will happen if I stop taking Telmisartan and Amlodipine?
Don’t stop taking Telmisartan and Amlodipine without talking to your doctor first. If you stop taking it, your blood pressure might go up, and you could have a higher chance of having a heart attack or a stroke. If you feel side effects like dizziness, feeling sick, or diarrhea, talk to your doctor.
Is it safe to use Telmisartan and Amlodipine together for a long time?
Taking Telmisartan and Amlodipine together is usually safe for a long time. Make sure to listen to your doctor’s advice.
How long will I be taking Telmisartan and Amlodipine?
You might need to take Telmisartan and Amlodipine for a long time or possibly for the rest of your life. The medicine only helps control your blood pressure while you are taking it. So, it’s a good idea to keep taking your medicine and listen to your doctor.