Telmisartan & Amlodipine Tablets

Telmisartan–40 mg Amlodipine besylate–5 mg

Telmisartan–40 mg Amlodipine besylate–5 mg is made from the combination of two very effective medicines that help to lower blood pressure levels. These medicnes are antihypertensive and protect the body from complications that can lead to heart failure, stroke, or kidney damage. This medicine is recommended for those who have high levels of blood pressure.

What are the uses of Telmisartan–40 mg Amlodipine besylate–5 mg?

• This is effective in controlling the high levels of blood pressure. It manages hypertension daily.
• High blood pressure levels can have the risk of other complications. It protects the body from heart or kidney damage.
• It will relax the blood vessels in the heart and this will allow an easy flow of the blood through the heart.
• This combination will block the action of the hormone and will prevent the constriction of the blood vessels, thus promoting easy blood flow.

How does the combination of Telmisartan–40 mg Amlodipine besylate–5 mg work in the body?

The combination will block the action of certain hormones that can constrict the blood vessels. This will promote easy blood flow. Also, the medicine will allow more oxygen to reach the heart and reduce blood pressure. 

What are the precautions to take while consuming Telmisartan–40 mg Amlodipine besylate–5 mg?

• If you have any issue related to the kidney or liver make sure to use it under the doctor’s guidance.
• Taking doctor’s guidance is mandatory as they will guide you effectively and will help you to get the right dosage amount.
• If you are pregnant, it is not recommended for you to take the medicine.
• Do not consume alcohol as it will have a negative impact and it will reduce the effect of the medicine.
• Do not indulge in the process of doing things that require alertness as medicine can cause you dizziness.
• The medicine is only taken once a day so keep the timing fixed so that it can act efficiently.
• Make sure you store the medicine below 25 degrees Celsius.
• Also, it is harmful to children, so keep it away so that they do not consume them accidentally.
• Make sure to regularly monitor your blood pressure levels.

What are the side effects of Telmisartan–40 mg Amlodipine besylate–5 mg?

There are common side effects like 

• Fatigue
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Hypertension (not always) 
• Can increase potassium levels
• Allergy on skin, rashes, swelling

These are some of the common symptoms that patients may face while taking this medicine.