Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet is a combination of medicines used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) when a single medication is not effective. It helps to lower high blood pressure thus reduces chances of future heart attack and stroke.

Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet should be taken with or without food. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Try to take it at the same time each day. It is important to keep taking this medicine until your doctor tells you not to. It contains a diuretic (water pill) and will make you urinate more so, it is best to avoid taking this medicine within four hours of going to bed. Use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it even if you feel well. High blood pressure does not usually have symptoms and if you stop taking it your risk of heart attack or stroke may increase.

The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, dizziness, tiredness, taste change, fatigue, flu-like symptoms, diarrhea, and sinusitis. Consult your doctor If any of these bother you, or get worse, or won't go away. Drink plenty of fluids while taking medicine to overcome muscle weakness, dry mouth, and extreme thirst.

Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. You also need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions. You should have your blood pressure, kidney function, level of electrolytes, and blood sugar level checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly.

Uses of Pretelsa AMH Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Benefits of Pretelsa AMH Tablet

In Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. It also eliminates excess water from the body and increases urine output. This lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or kidney problems in the future. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. You should take it regularly as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.

Side effects of Pretelsa AMH Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Pretelsa AMH

Dizziness
Nausea
Peripheral edema
Flu-like symptoms
Diarrhea
Upper respiratory tract infection
Visual disturbance

How to use Pretelsa AMH Tablet

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. Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Pretelsa AMH Tablet works

Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Telmisartan, Amlodipine and Hydrochlorothiazide. Telmisartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker (CCB). They work by widening and relaxing the blood vessels, thereby lowering blood pressure. Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic which removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body through urine. Over time it also works by relaxing blood vessels and improves blood flow.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, headaches, nausea or tiredness, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Pretelsa AMH Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure.
Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes and heart attacks.
It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, muscle weakness or very dry mouth.
Use of Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet during pregnancy or breastfeeding is unsafe.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

CARDIAC

Patient concerns

I am a patient of hypertension

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Hypertension is clinal condition of high blood pressure. Please see a physician.

Some times I had lot of hypertension

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Hypertension is clinically high blood pressure. Persistent high arterial blood pressure above 120/80 mm HG is termed as pre-hypertension or hypertension, but the point to be emphasized is that this rise in blood pressure is persistent. Transient increase in BP occurs in stress and anxiety and needs to be treated accordingly.

I'm type 2 diabetic patient with hypertension, l am taking following medicines Tezloc 40 - OD Glimisave Max-1 forte. BBF Glimisave Max-2 forte Cd Rozavel -5. Hs My usual blood pressure -80/145 Usual Blood glucose levels :fasting -120 PP-180 Hba1c - 7.6 Pl suggest me whether I need any change in medicines etc. I'm taking Januvia-100 also

Dr. Nabajit Talukdar

Cardiology

seems ok basically need control of blood pressure and hypertension get an ecg n echo done

High blood sugar lavel. Gallstone. High blood pressure

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Physician

Need to proper investigate and examine. So plz consult doctor nearby.or you can consult me at snergy multiple speciality clinic RD CITY ,BALJEET COMPLEX NEAR SRS MARKET SECTOR 52 gurgaon 9XXXXXX .Advice to maintain calories intake as per weight ,regular walk or aerobic exercises ,on time take your medicines and once a month visit your diabetologist for routine examination and investigations. Will definitely controlled your sugar and u can live healthy life.

High Sugar, high blood pressure

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Physician

FAQs

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

Can I feel dizzy after taking Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet?

Yes, the use of Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet can make you feel dizzy. This may occur when you suddenly rise up from lying or sitting position. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.

Can I use Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet in pregnancy?

No, Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet should be avoided in pregnancy. It can cause injury and death to the baby. If you conceive while taking Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet, stop taking the medicine and contact your doctor immediately. The doctor might suggest other ways to lower blood pressure.

What lifestyle changes should I make while using Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet?

Making lifestyle changes can boost your health while taking Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet. Stop smoking, as smoking increases your risk of having heart attack and stroke. If you are overweight or obese, try to lose weight. You should maintain a healthy diet by including fruits and vegetables in your meals. Regular exercise can make your heart strong and reduce your risk of heart attack.

Can I stop taking Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet if I feel well?

No, keep using Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet as advised by your doctor, even if you feel well. Stopping Pretelsa AMH 40mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet suddenly may lead to serious complications such as heart attack and stroke.

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