Telma Am Tablet

Composition

Telmisartan (40mg) + Amlodipine (5mg)

Uses of Telma Am Tablet

Treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure), especially when single medicine is not enough; helps reduce risk of cardiovascular events like stroke and heart attack associated with uncontrolled BP

• •Lowers high blood pressure
• •Provides better BP control than single drug
• •Helps protect heart and kidneys by controlling BP
• •Reduces risk of stroke and heart attack related to hypertension

How it works

Telmisartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) that relaxes blood vessels by blocking angiotensin II, lowering blood pressure. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that widens arteries by reducing calcium entry into vascular smooth muscle. Together they provide additive BP lowering and 24-hour control.

Directions for use

Take orally once daily or as prescribed, preferably at the same time each day. Can be taken with or without food; swallow whole with water. Do not stop abruptly without medical advice; monitor BP regularly.

Side effects

Common side effects of Telma Am Tablet may include:

• •Dizziness
• •headache
• •ankle/foot swelling (edema)
• •flushing
• •palpitations