Telmisartan and Cilnidipine Tablets
Telmisartan and Cilnidipine
Telmisartan and Cilnidipine is prescribed for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) in adult patients.
Telmisartan and Cilnidipine Dosage Forms & Strenght :-
• Telmisartan 40 mg and Cilnidipine 10 mg tablets for oral administration only.
• Telmisartan 80 mg and Cilnidipine 10 mg tablets for oral administration only.
Telmisartan and Cilnidipine Uses :-
Telmisartan and Cilnidipine is an antihypertensive medicine. Telmisartan and Cilnidipine is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Telmisartan and Cilnidipine is a combination of (telmisartan and cilnidipine), both help control high blood pressure (hypertension).
Telmisartan and Cilnidipine treats high blood pressure and reduces the risk of future heart attacks and strokes.
High blood pressure is mostly caused by stress, excess salt intake, obesity, diabetes, smoking, lack of physical activity or aging.
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Telmisartan and Cilnidipine Dosage :-
Telmisartan and Cilnidipine is a prescription medicine. Telmisartan and Cilnidipine is a oral administration only and take Telmisartan and Cilnidipine as directed by your doctor.
Telmisartan and Cilnidipine can be taken with or without food, and should be swallowed whole and tablets must not be split, crushed, or chewed before swallowing.
Do not take a higher or lower dose than directed by your doctor and never self-medicate or change the dosage without a doctor's advice.
Do not take 2 or more doses at the same time. Always try to take Telmisartan and Cilnidipine on regular schedule.
Always take Telmisartan and Cilnidipine as prescribed, even if you feel well or your high blood pressure levels are controlled. Do not stop taking Telmisartan and Cilnidipine without your doctor's advice, otherwise your high blood pressure level may increase again. Do not stop taking it without asking your doctor.
Complete the course of Telmisartan and Cilnidipine and do not stop taking Telmisartan and Cilnidipine without consulting a doctor.
Telmisartan and Cilnidipine Side-effects :-
Like all medicines, Telmisartan and Cilnidipine can cause side effects, however not everyone may experience these side effects. Telmisartan and Cilnidipine is a safe medicine although it may have some common side effects such as :
• Stomach pain,
• Swelling in your hands & feet,
• Irregular heartbeat,
• Headache,
If you experience any of these side effects or any other side effects. If these side effects bother you too much or persist for a long time, consult your doctor.
How Telmisartan and Cilnidipine Works :-
Telmisartan and Cilnidipine :
• Telmisartan : Telmisartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker. Which controls blood pressure by blocking the action of a hormone called angiotensin which is responsible for the increase in blood pressure.
• Cilnidipine : Cilnidipine is a calcium channel blocker, which blocks the activity of calcium channels present in the blood vessels of the heart. Calcium channel blockers lower blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels, making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body.
Thus, Telmisartan and Cilnidipine treats high blood pressure (hypertension).
Precautions & Warnings :-
• Avoid taking Telmisartan and Cilnidipine if you are allergic to telmisartan & cilnidipine.
• Consumption of alcohol should be avoided with Telmisartan and Cilnidipines.
• Pregnant women should consult their doctor before taking Telmisartan and Cilnidipine. (When pregnancy is detected, telmisartan should be discontinued because telmisartan may cause injury to the developing fetus andmay even cause fetal death during the second and third trimester of pregnancy).
• Breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Telmisartan and Cilnidipine.
• Before taking Telmisartan and Cilnidipine, tell your doctor if you have unstable angina (chest pain), aortic stenosis (narrowed heart valve), cardiogenic shock, heart failure and hypotension (low blood pressure), liver disease or kidney disease.
• Telmisartan and Cilnidipine may interact with certain medicines such as; quinidine, phenytoin, rifampicin, erythromycin or lithium etc.
• Tell your doctor if you are taking anti-psychotic medicine, potassium-sparing diuretics and potassium supplements or other blood pressure-lowering medications.
FAQs :-
• What is Telmisartan and Cilnidipine?
Telmisartan and Cilnidipine has as active ingredient telmisartan (angiotensin receptor blocker) and cilnidipine (calcium channel blocker). Telmisartan and Cilnidipine is used for the treatment high blood pressure (hypertension).
• How should Telmisartan and Cilnidipine be Taken?
Telmisartan and Cilnidipine can be taken with food or without food. Always try to take Telmisartan and Cilnidipine on regular schedule. Always take Telmisartan and Cilnidipine even if you feel well. Do not stop taking Telmisartan and Cilnidipine without your doctor's advice.
• What are the side effects of Telmisartan and Cilnidipine?
Telmisartan and Cilnidipine may have some side effects such as, swelling in your hands and feet, irregular heartbeats, headache and stomach pain. Most of these side effects are short-term and go away with time.
• What if I forget to take Telmisartan and Cilnidipine?
If you miss a dose of Telmisartan and Cilnidipine, take Telmisartan and Cilnidipine as soon as you remember. Do not take 2 or more doses at the same time. Always try to take Telmisartan and Cilnidipine on regular schedule.
• Is Telmisartan and Cilnidipine safe to use during pregnancy?
Pregnant women should consult their doctor before taking Telmisartan and Cilnidipine.
• Is Telmisartan and Cilnidipine safe to use during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Telmisartan and Cilnidipine.