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No, you are advised to inform your doctor and monitor your blood pressure for at least two weeks before stopping the medicine. Depending upon your current blood pressure readings, there is a possibility your doctor may lower your medicine dosage and not recommend discontinuing it.
Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet can be safely taken as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Conditions such as high blood pressure are life-long conditions, and one should not abruptly discontinue it without discussing it with a doctor.
It is not recommended to take Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet if you are pregnant as it can cause damage to the unborn baby (may lead to fetal toxicity). It contains telmisartan, a category D pregnancy drug, and it is harmful to the baby.
Yes, Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet can cause dizziness. It is advised to avoid driving or operate any heavy machinery while taking Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet . In case you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is advised to rest for some time until you feel better.
You should not take Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet if you have ever had liver disease, kidney failure, glaucoma, high or low levels of magnesium or potassium in your blood, have allergies or asthma, lupus (an autoimmune disease), diabetes, or allergic to penicillin or sulfa drugs, anuria (reduction or absence of urine) and pregnant women in their second or third trimesters. Besides this, avoid using Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet (in case of diabetes) with aliskiren (a blood pressure medicine) as it can lead to a life-threatening condition.
In case you have missed a dose of Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet , you are advised to take it as soon as you remember. However, try not to miss a dose in the first place; if it's time for you to take your next dose, then do not take both doses together. Take only one dose; taking a double dose of Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet will lead to low blood pressure.
Yes, prolonged intake of Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet can cause an increase in blood potassium level. So, patients taking Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet should avoid taking supplements and food rich in potassium to avoid any unpleasant side-effect.
Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet contains a diuretic (chlorthalidone) which may affect a man's ability to maintain or gain an erection (erectile dysfunction). However, if you have any problem, you can consult your doctor, and accordingly, your medicine can be changed as other blood pressure-lowering medication does not affect erection.
Alcohol
Unsafe
You are recommended not to consume alcohol and Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet to avoid unpleasant side effects like drowsiness, dizziness, and liver damage.
Pregnancy
Unsafe
Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as it is a category D pregnancy drug. This medicine may cause fetal damage and can affect the unborn baby (fetus).
Breast Feeding
Unsafe
Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet is known to pass breast milk, but its effect on the baby is not known. So, before breastfeeding, let your doctor know about this. Either you need to stop breastfeeding for using Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet , or you need to stop takingTelmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet .
Driving
Unsafe
Drive with caution, Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet usually causes drowsiness and affects driving ability.
Liver
Caution
Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have had a history of liver disease. Your doctor will have to change the dosage depending on your medical condition and your reaction to treatment.
Kidney
Unsafe
Not recommended in patients with chronic kidney disease (severe renal impairment). Safety and effectiveness in patients with severe renal impairment have not been established.
Children
Caution
Efficacy and safety of Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet have not been established in children. If prescribed, it should be strictly under medical supervision and only if the benefits overweight the harms.
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About Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet
Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet belongs to the class of anti-hypertensives primarily taken to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Hypertension or high blood pressure is a life-long or chronic condition in which the blood pressure against the artery wall becomes too high. It can lead to the risk of heart diseases, like heart attack and stroke.
Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet is a combination of Telmisartan (angiotensin II receptor antagonist) and Chlorthalidone (thiazide diuretic or water pill). Telmisartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker that helps to relax and widen the blood vessels (arteries). Chlorthalidone is a diuretic that prevents absorption of excess salt in the body, preventing fluid retention. Together it lowers blood pressure and prevents the risk of any future stroke, heart attack, and oedema (fluid retention).
You can take Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet with food or an empty stomach. It should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience dizziness, feeling tired, skin ulcers, diarrhoea, nausea diarrhoea, back pain, and cold/flu symptoms. Most of these side effects of Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Do not use potassium supplements or salt substitutes unless the doctor has told you. In rare cases, Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet can cause a condition that results in a skeletal muscle problem, leading to further kidney failure. If you notice unexplained muscle pain, dark colour urine, tenderness, or weakness, especially if you also have a fever or unexplained tiredness, immediately contact the doctor. If you suspect pregnancy while taking Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet , tell your doctor right away. Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet should not be taken if you are breastfeeding as Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet can pass into breast milk, so before starting Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet , you need to stop nursing or do not take Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet while breastfeeding. Besides this, you should not use the Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet if you are unable to urinate. If you have diabetes, do not use Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet with any medication that contains aliskiren (a blood pressure medicine). Before taking Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet , tell your doctor if you have ever had liver disease, kidney failure, glaucoma (increased eye pressure), high or low levels of magnesium or potassium in your blood, have allergies or asthma, lupus (an autoimmune disease), diabetes, or an allergy to penicillin or sulfa drugs.
Uses of Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet
Medicinal Benefits
Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet belongs to the class of anti-hypertensives primarily taken to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet is a combination of Telmisartan (angiotensin II receptor antagonist) and Chlorthalidone (thiazide diuretic or water pill). Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet works by relaxing and widening the blood vessels (arteries), making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. It helps to lower high blood pressure, thus reduces the chances of future heart attack and stroke. Besides this, it prevents excessive water and electrolytes (like sodium, potassium, etc.) from the body through urine which can otherwise raise high blood pressure. In addition to this, Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet also reduces the future risk of any stroke or heart attack.
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Side Effects of Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet
Drug Warnings
Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet should not be given to the people allergic to Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet or any of its ingredients, have low blood pressure (less than 90 mm of Hg), have had a heart attack, kidney disease, liver disease, pregnant women, or planning to get pregnant and breastfeeding women. It should be used with caution in patients who have diabetes. Besides this, it is contraindicated in low blood pressure (hypotension), cardiogenic shock (sudden stopping of blood flow to the heart), and aortic stenosis (heart valve problem). Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet can pass into breast milk, so before starting Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet , either you need to stop nursing, or you should not take Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet while breastfeeding. If you have anuria (non-passage of urine), please do not take Telmas-CH 40/12.5mg Tablet as it is contra-indicated in it and may lead to further complications.
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