Description
Uses:
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Controls high blood pressure (hypertension)
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Telmisartan relaxes blood vessels
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Hydrochlorothiazide removes excess salt & water
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Helps reduce risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney complications
Dosage:
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Usually one tablet daily
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Dose adjusted as per BP response
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Do not stop without doctor’s advice
How to use:
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Take at the same time every day
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Can be taken with or without food
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Drink enough water during the day
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Regular BP and electrolyte monitoring recommended
Precautions:
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Avoid in pregnancy (Telmisartan is unsafe)
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Caution if you have kidney/liver problems
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May reduce potassium or sodium — blood tests may be needed
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Avoid alcohol as it may add to BP lowering
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Can cause dizziness—avoid driving initially
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Not recommended in severe dehydration
Side effects:
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Dizziness, low BP
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Frequent urination
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Weakness
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Low potassium/sodium levels
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Headache
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Dry mouth
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Muscle cramps
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Increased uric acid (may worsen gout in some)
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