TELLZY AM 15 TAB 15

About

Telmisartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) that effectively manages hypertension by blocking the action of angiotensin II, a potent vasoconstrictor. This action leads to the relaxation of blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more smoothly and reducing the workload on the heart. Amlodipine, a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker, complements this by relaxing the smooth muscles in arterial walls, further dilating blood vessels and improving blood flow. The combination of Telmisartan and Amlodipine is specifically formulated to provide comprehensive and sustained control over essential hypertension. This dual mechanism of action ensures a more robust reduction in blood pressure, particularly beneficial for patients who do not achieve adequate control with monotherapy. By maintaining stable blood pressure levels, this medication significantly reduces the long-term risk of serious cardiovascular events such as stroke, heart attack, and kidney damage, thereby improving overall cardiovascular health and patient outcomes.

Uses

• Treatment of essential hypertension (high blood pressure).
• Prevention of cardiovascular events in high-risk patients.
• Management of blood pressure when monotherapy is insufficient.
• Improvement of blood flow and reduction of cardiac workload.

Directions For Use

Take this medication orally as directed by your doctor, usually once daily with or without food. Swallow the tablet whole with water.

Benefits

• Effective blood pressure reduction.
• Dual mechanism of action for enhanced control.
• Reduces risk of stroke and heart attack.
• Provides sustained blood pressure lowering.
• Improves overall cardiovascular health.
• Convenient once-daily dosing.

Side Effects

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Swelling in ankles/feet (edema)
• Flushing
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Palpitations
• Hypotension (low blood pressure)
• Cough (less common than ACE inhibitors)
• Back pain
• Diarrhea

Safety Measures

• Alcohol - Avoid excessive alcohol consumption as it can further lower blood pressure and increase the risk of dizziness.
• Pregnancy - Not recommended during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, due to potential harm to the fetus.
• Breastfeeding - Consult your doctor; it is generally not recommended as components may pass into breast milk.
• Liver - Use with caution in patients with liver impairment; dose adjustment may be necessary.
• Kidney - Use with caution in patients with kidney impairment; regular monitoring of kidney function is advised.
• Lung - Generally safe for use in patients with lung conditions, but always consult your doctor.

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