All Details About Telsartan-AM 80 Tablet
Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Telsartan-AM 80 Tablet
Description:
Telsartan Am Tablet is an antihypertensive medicine used for the treatment of high blood pressure. It contains a combination of telmisartan and amlodipine as its active ingredients. Along with the medicine you need to be particular about your diet like a low salt diet and should include exercise in your daily routine. You should not take any potassium supplements during the treatment because it may increase the blood potassium level. During the treatment, it is necessary to keep a regular check on your blood pressure and the doctor may also ask for few kidney tests also during the treatment. It is not safe during pregnancy, so you need to discuss about pregnancy before starting the treatment.
Uses:
Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Directions For Use:
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Telsartan-AM 80 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Side Effects:
- Peripheral oedema (swelling in legs and arms)
- Common cold
- Backache
- Diarrhoea
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Confusion
- Rashes
- Weakness
Warning & Precautions:
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver problems or severe dehydration. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. While using this medicine, your blood pressure will need to be checked often and your kidney function may also need to be tested.
FAQs:
Q: For how long do I need to take this medicine?
A: You are supposed to complete the prescribed dosage duration by your physician.
Q: Can potassium supplements be taken along with Telsartan Am Tablet?
Telsartan Am Tablet is known to increase blood potassium levels. So it is advised not to take any supplements containing potassium or potassium salts with this medicine.
Doctors may also ask for regular tests to determine blood potassium during the treatment.
Q: What kind of diet should I follow?
Try to have less amount of potassium-containing foods like mushrooms, pea, cucumber, banana, etc.
Ensure moderate use of edible oils (groundnut oil, olive oil).
Drink at least 8-10 glasses of water daily.
Limit intake of salt in the diet, especially pickles and packaged foods like chips contain excess salt and should be avoided.
Q: Can I take Telsartan Am Tablet on an empty stomach?
A: Yes, it can be taken with or without food
Q: What are some other precautions I should take during the treatment?
A: Sometimes it could lead to light-headedness when you get up slowly from a lying position. You may also experience swelling in your ankle area, in such a situation you could raise your legs a little while sleeping, by keeping a pillow underneath.
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