Description
Uses
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Treats high blood pressure
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Reduces risk of heart attack, stroke & heart failure
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Controls BP when single medicine is insufficient
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Helps prevent complications in hypertensive diabetics
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Improves blood flow to the heart
Dosage & How to Use
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Take 1 tablet once daily
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Can be taken with or without food
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Take at the same time every day
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Do not stop suddenly
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If missed dose → take soon unless near next dose
How It Works
Telmisartan (40mg):
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Blocks angiotensin-II
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Relaxes & widens blood vessels
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Reduces BP gradually
Amlodipine (5mg):
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Relaxes smooth muscles of arteries
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Prevents vessel tightening
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Improves blood flow & reduces heart workload
Precautions
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Avoid in pregnancy
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Caution in liver, kidney, or heart patients
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Amlodipine may cause ankle swelling
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Avoid alcohol (increases dizziness)
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Monitor BP regularly
Side Effects
Common:
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Ankle swelling (edema)
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Dizziness/lightheadedness
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Flushing
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Fatigue
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Headache
Rare:
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Low BP
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Slow/fast heartbeat
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Gum swelling







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