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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Alteus Biogenics Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Alteus Biogenics Pvt. Ltd., 14-B Dover Lane, Kolkata - 700029, Wb, India.
Other Info - TEL3279

FAQs

Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's is a combination of two medicines: Telmisartan and Amlodipine. Telmisartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB), and Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker (CCB). They work by relaxing the blood vessels and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Together, they lower blood pressure effectively.

No, because your blood pressure rapidly increases when you suddenly stop this Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's. This can increase your risk of heart attack and stroke.

Pregnant women should discontinue this Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's because it can cause injury and death to the developing fetus. So, Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's is not safe in pregnancy.

There is no evidence on how Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's affects breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before taking Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's if you are breastfeeding.

Do not stop using Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's even if you feel better. It should be strictly used as advised by your doctor to avoid the recurrence of symptoms and worsening of the disease.

No, Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's can cause high levels of potassium in the blood leading to hyperkalemia. Hence it is not recommended to use potassium supplements along with Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's. However, consult your doctor if you are already taking other medicines before starting Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's.

Yes, the Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's can make you feel dizzy. Dizziness usually occurs when you suddenly stand up from a lying or sitting position. Try rising slowly when you change your posture to relieve dizziness. If the side effect persists longer, please seek medical help.

Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's is generally safe to take for a long time. Remember to follow your doctor's advice/instructions.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

It is unsafe to consume alcohol since alcohol consumption with Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's may increase the risk of low blood pressure and cause adverse effects such as dizziness, fainting, light-headedness, or headache.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Pregnant women should discontinue this Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's because it can cause injury and death to the developing fetus. So, Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's is not safe in pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

There is no evidence on how Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's affects breastfeeding. So, inform your doctor if you are a nursing mother. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's.

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Driving

Caution

Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's may cause side effects like dizziness, headaches, and nausea, which can affect your ability to concentrate and drive. Hence, it is recommended not to drive until you are mentally alert.

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Liver

Caution

Inform your doctor before receiving the Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust your dose depending on your current liver conditions.

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Kidney

Caution

Inform your doctor before receiving the Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust your dose depending on your current kidney conditions.

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Children

Unsafe

Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's is not recommended to use in children. Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

About Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's

Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's belongs to the class of anti-hypertensive drugs, primarily used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Hypertension is a medical condition in which blood pressure is elevated persistently in the arteries. It is considered an essential risk factor for cardiovascular diseases. Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's lowers the blood pressure by widening and relaxing blood vessels.

Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's is a fixed-dose combination composed of two medicines, namely, Telmisartan and Amlodipine. Telmisartan belongs to a group of drugs called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. It lowers blood pressure and increases blood flow by preventing the narrowing of blood vessels. It is used to lower the chances of stroke, heart attack, and death. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that dilates (widens) blood vessels and increases blood flow. Altogether, it helps to lower high blood pressure, chest pain (angina), and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease.

Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's is available in the form of oral tablets. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. You can take Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's with or without food once a time in a day, as prescribed by the doctor. Do not crush, chew, or break it. Your doctor will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. In some cases, Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's can cause side effects primarily peripheral oedema (swelling in legs and arms), a common cold, backache, diarrhoea, dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, rashes, and weakness. Most of these side effects of Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's or any other medicines, please inform your doctor. Before taking Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's, let your doctor know if you have hypersensitivity like anaphylaxis (an allergic reaction which includes rashes, low pulse, and shock) or angioedema (swelling under the skin mostly swelling occurs in the face, tongue, abdomen, legs and arms). Pregnant or breastfeeding women should discontinue this Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's because it can cause injury and death to the developing fetus. Please do not stop taking Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's on your own, as it may lead to the recurrence of symptoms or worsen the condition. Do not consume alcohol with Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Avoid potassium supplements with Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's as it may lead to high potassium levels in the blood.

Uses of Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's

High blood pressure (hypertension)

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Medicinal Benefits

Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's is an anti-hypertensive drug that treats high blood pressure (hypertension). Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's lowers blood pressure by widening and relaxing blood vessels. Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's consists of two medicines, namely: Telmisartan and Amlodipine. Telmisartan belongs to a group of drugs called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. It lowers blood pressure and increases blood flow by preventing the narrowing of blood vessels. It reduces the chances of stroke, heart attack, and death. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that dilates (widens) blood vessels and increases blood flow. Altogether, it helps to lower high blood pressure, chest pain (angina), and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Side Effects of Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's

  • Peripheral oedema (swelling in legs and arms)
  • Common cold
  • Backache
  • Diarrhoea
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Confusion
  • Rashes
  • Weakness

Drug Warnings

Monitor your blood pressure levels regularly. If you are known to be allergic to Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's or have any kidney or liver problems or severe dehydration, please inform your doctor beforehand. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. It is advised to complete the prescribed course, even if you feel better. Complete the course strictly as suggested by the doctor, even if you feel better, to avoid disease recurrence. Avoid consumption of alcohol with Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Avoid potassium supplements with Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's as they may lead to high potassium levels in the blood.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AmlodipineDantrolene
Critical

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How does the drug interact with Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Aliskiren with Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet can increase the risk of hyperkalemia (high potassium levels in the blood).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet with Aliskiren can possibly lead to an interaction, please consult a doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
AmlodipineDantrolene
Critical
How does the drug interact with Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet:
Using Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet together with dantrolene may increase the risk of hyperkalemia (high blood potassium).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet with Dantrolene can cause an interaction, consult a doctor before taking it. You should seek medical attention if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
TelmisartanPotassium iodide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet:
Taking Potassium Iodide with Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet can make high levels of potassium in the blood more likely.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Potassium iodide and Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet:
Taking ramipril with Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet may increase the risk of side effects such as low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and high blood potassium.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet can be taken with ramipril if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms of high potassium such as nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Maintain adequate fluid intake during treatment with these medications. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet:
Taking perindopril with Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet may increase the risk of side effects such as low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and high blood potassium.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet can be taken with perindopril if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms of high potassium such as nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Maintain adequate fluid intake during treatment with these medications. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet:
Taking quinapril with Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet may increase the risk of side effects such as low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and high blood potassium.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet can be taken with quinapril if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms of high potassium, such as nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Maintain adequate fluid intake during treatment with these medications. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet:
Taking trimethoprim with Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet may increase potassium levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet and trimethoprim, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, and a weak pulse. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet may significantly increase the blood levels of lithium.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet can be taken with lithium if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms of lithium intoxication such as drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, loose stools, vomiting, muscle weakness, muscle incoordination, shaking of hands and legs, blurred vision, ringing in the ear, excessive thirst, or increased urination. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
TelmisartanPotassium citrate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet:
Taking Potassium citrate with Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet together may increase potassium levels in the blood, which can lead to kidney failure, muscular paralysis, and abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Potassium citrate with Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult the doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. It is essential to maintain proper fluid intake while taking these medications. It is advised to reduce the intake of potassium-rich foods. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of amiloride with Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet may increase potassium levels in the blood. (High potassium levels can cause hyperkalemia, which can lead to kidney failure, muscular paralysis, abnormal heart rhythm).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, amiloride may lead to an interaction but can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, consult the doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. It is important to maintain proper fluid intake while taking these medications. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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AMLODIPINE-2.5MG+TELMISARTAN-40MGPotassium rich foods
Moderate

Drug-Food Interactions

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AMLODIPINE-2.5MG+TELMISARTAN-40MGPotassium rich foods
Moderate
Common Foods to Avoid:
Lentils, Orange Juice, Oranges, Raisins, Potatoes, Salmon Dried, Spinach, Sweet Potatoes, Tomatoes, Coconut Water, Beans, Beetroot, Broccoli, Bananas, Apricots, Avocado, Yogurt

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet with potassium-containing salt substitutes or potassium supplements can cause high levels of potassium in the blood. Avoid taking potassium-containing salt substitutes or potassium supplements while being treated with Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ALISKIREN
  • RAMIPRIL
  • IBUPROFEN
  • NAPROXEN
  • SIMVASTATIN
  • DIGOXIN
  • LITHIUM
  • CYCLOSPORINE
  • TACROLIMUS

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No

Special Advise

  • Keep a check on your daily blood pressure, and if you notice any fluctuations, please consult a doctor. A low salt/sodium diet and regular exercise are recommended along with Telx AM 40 mg/2.5 mg Tablet 15's for effective results.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Create a well-balanced and healthy diet that includes vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, omega-3-rich foods, and lean protein sources.
  • Keep your weight under control with a BMI of 19.5-24.9.
  • Avoid chronic stress, as it can raise your blood pressure.
  • Spend time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.
  • Be mindful of salt; consume no more than 2,300 mg each day.
  • Limit or avoid alcohol consumption.
  • Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease.

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