Description
Uses:
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Treats high blood pressure (hypertension).
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Helps prevent heart attack, stroke, and heart failure complications.
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Controls heart rate and reduces strain on the heart.
How It Works:
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Telmisartan relaxes blood vessels to lower BP.
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Metoprolol Succinate (a beta-blocker) slows heart rate and reduces workload on the heart.
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Together they offer better BP control and improved cardiac protection.
Dosage:
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Take exactly as advised by your doctor.
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Usually taken once daily.
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Swallow whole; PR (prolonged-release) tablets must not be crushed or broken.
How to Use:
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Take with water at the same time every day.
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Can be taken with or without food.
Precautions:
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Inform your doctor if you have asthma, heart block, diabetes, kidney or liver issues.
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Avoid alcohol as it may increase dizziness or cause excessive drop in BP.
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Not recommended during pregnancy.
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Monitor heart rate and blood pressure regularly.
Side Effects:
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Slow heart rate
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Dizziness or tiredness
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Low blood pressure
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Cold hands and feet
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Fatigue
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Rare: breathing difficulty (due to beta-blocker), kidney function changes
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