Q. What is TELMA AM TABLET used for? A. TELMA AM TABLET belongs to a group of medicines called antihypertensives. It is used to lower blood pressure in the individuals with high blood pressure. Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a condition in which the heart pumps blood with more force than usual and the pressure exerted by the blood on blood vessels increases. This results in more pressure on the heart. If hypertension is untreated, it can result in severe conditions including heart attack. It can be difficult to self-diagnose hypertension because in most cases, it doesn't show any symptoms, until the condition becomes severe. Ask your doctor to check your blood pressure whenever you visit a doctor.
Q. Can I take TELMA AM TABLET with aliskiren? A. No, it is highly recommended not to take TELMA AM TABLET with aliskiren. TELMA AM TABLET contains a drug TELMA AM TABLETd telmisartan, a angiotensin-II receptor blocker. When aliskiren is taken along with telmisartan, it may result in serious adverse effects such as fall in blood pressure, kidney problems or hyperkalaemia (high levels of potassium). If you are taking aliskiren and your doctor prescribes you TELMA AM TABLET, inform your doctor.
Q. Can TELMA AM TABLET cause low blood pressure? A. TELMA AM TABLET is a well-tolerated medicine. However, TELMA AM TABLET can cause low blood pressure under certain circumstances. If you have heart problems, if you are taking diuretics, if you are on low-salt diet, if you kidney failure or if you have diarrhoea or vomiting, where you lose plenty of water and electrolytes, you are most likely to get hypotension (low blood pressure). Immediately call the doctor, if you experience dizziness or fainting.
Q. Can I take TELMA AM TABLET with simvastatin? A. No, you are recommended not to take TELMA AM TABLET with simvastatin. TELMA AM TABLET contains a drug called amlodipine, which is a calcium channel blocker. When amlodipine and simvastatin are taken together, metabolism of simvastatin is slowed down. This results in accumulation of simvastatin in the body. This may lead to harmful effects.
Q. How do I store TELMA AM TABLET? A. TELMA AM TABLET is stored at room temperature. Keep TELMA AM TABLET in a cool and dry place and away from children.
