TELSARTAN AM 10

About

Telsartan AM combines Telmisartan, an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB), with Amlodipine, a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. Telmisartan works by blocking the action of angiotensin II, leading to vasodilation and a decrease in blood pressure. Amlodipine complements this by relaxing the smooth muscles in the walls of blood vessels, further widening them and reducing the resistance to blood flow. This dual mechanism provides comprehensive and sustained blood pressure control.

This combination therapy is particularly beneficial for patients whose hypertension is not adequately managed by either component alone. It offers a synergistic effect to achieve target blood pressure levels, reducing the risk of cardiovascular events such such as stroke, heart attack, and kidney problems, thereby improving overall cardiovascular outcomes and patient quality of life.

Uses

• Treatment of essential hypertension.
• Management of high blood pressure when monotherapy is insufficient.
• Reduction of cardiovascular risk in hypertensive patients.
• Prevention of stroke and heart attack in high-risk individuals.

Directions For Use

Take one tablet orally once daily, with or without food, or as directed by your healthcare provider.

Benefits

• Effective and sustained blood pressure reduction.
• Dual mechanism of action for enhanced control.
• Reduces risk of major cardiovascular events.
• Once-daily dosing for patient convenience.
• Well-tolerated in many patients.
• Provides comprehensive cardiovascular protection.

Side Effects

• Dizziness
• Lightheadedness
• Fatigue
• Headache
• Nausea
• Peripheral edema (swelling of ankles/feet)
• Flushing
• Palpitations
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea
• Back pain
• Upper respiratory tract infection

Safety Measures

• Alcohol - Alcohol may increase the hypotensive effect and risk of dizziness. Use with caution.
• Pregnancy - Contraindicated in the second and third trimesters due to risk of fetal harm (renal dysfunction, oligohydramnios, fetal death).
• Breastfeeding - Not recommended during breastfeeding as components may pass into breast milk and potentially harm the infant.
• Liver - Use with caution in patients with hepatic impairment; dosage adjustment may be necessary, especially for amlodipine which is extensively metabolized by the liver.
• Kidney - Use with caution in patients with severe renal impairment or renal artery stenosis; monitor kidney function closely.
• Lung - Generally safe for use in patients with lung conditions, as it does not typically cause respiratory side effects.

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