Telma-AM H 80mg/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.

Telma-AM H 80mg/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 Telma-AM H Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Benefits of Telma-AM H Tablet

In Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Telma-AM H 80mg/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 Telma-AM H 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 Telma-AM H

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

How to use Telma-AM H 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. Telma-AM H 80mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Telma-AM H Tablet works

Telma-AM H 80mg/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 Telma-AM H 80mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Telma-AM H 80mg/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

Telma-AM H 80mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Telma-AM H 80mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Telma-AM H 80mg/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

Telma-AM H 80mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Telma-AM H 80mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Telma-AM H 80mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Telma-AM H 80mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Telma-AM H 80mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Telma-AM H Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Telma-AM H 80mg/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 Telma-AM H 80mg/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.
Telma-AM H 80mg/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 Telma-AM H 80mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet during pregnancy or breastfeeding is unsafe.

Fact Box

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Therapeutic Class

CARDIAC

Patient concerns

Having high blood pressure of 95/180, with severe headache Dear Sir, Need urgent reply

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Internal Medicine

Take tab telma AM one tab now and consult with MD physician in near by hospital at the earliest.

High blood pressure around 201/119 headache and stomach pain Dr can u help urgently I have given her telma h

Dr. Sarthak Chakravarty

Physician

Telma H will not helpTake her to a hospitalPatient has to be monitoredTab Dipin 5mg 2 times a dayTake only if hospital unavailable

FAQs

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Telma-AM H 80mg/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 Telma-AM H 80mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet?

Yes, the use of Telma-AM H 80mg/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 Telma-AM H 80mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet in pregnancy?

No, Telma-AM H 80mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet should be avoided in pregnancy. It can cause injury and death to the baby. If you conceive while taking Telma-AM H 80mg/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 Telma-AM H 80mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet?

Making lifestyle changes can boost your health while taking Telma-AM H 80mg/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 Telma-AM H 80mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet if I feel well?

No, keep using Telma-AM H 80mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet as advised by your doctor, even if you feel well. Stopping Telma-AM H 80mg/5mg/12.5mg Tablet suddenly may lead to serious complications such as heart attack and stroke.

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