TELRIDE AM H TABLET
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TELRIDE AM H 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.
TELRIDE AM H 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. 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 Telride AM H Tablet
Benefits of Telride AM H Tablet
In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
TELRIDE AM H 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 Telride 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 Telride AM H
- Visual disturbance
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Peripheral edema
- Flu-like symptoms
- Diarrhea
- Upper respiratory tract infection
How to use Telride 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. TELRIDE AM H TABLET may be taken with or without food.
How Telride AM H Tablet works
TELRIDE AM H 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
CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking TELRIDE AM H TABLET.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
TELRIDE AM H TABLET is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
TELRIDE AM H TABLET is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
TELRIDE AM H TABLET may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
TELRIDE AM H TABLET is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
Not recommended in patients with severe renal impairment.
Not recommended in patients with severe renal impairment.
Liver
UNSAFE
TELRIDE AM H TABLET is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.
What if you forget to take Telride AM H Tablet?
If you miss a dose of TELRIDE AM H 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.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- You have been prescribed TELRIDE AM H 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.
- TELRIDE AM H TABLET may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, muscle weakness, or very dry mouth.
- TELRIDE AM H TABLET is not recommended for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Patient concerns
FAQs
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of TELRIDE AM H 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 TELRIDE AM H TABLET?
Yes, the use of TELRIDE AM H TABLET can make you feel dizzy. This may occur when you suddenly rise up from a 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 TELRIDE AM H TABLET in pregnancy?
No, TELRIDE AM H TABLET should be avoided in pregnancy. It can cause injury and death to the baby. If you conceive while taking TELRIDE AM H 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 TELRIDE AM H TABLET?
Making lifestyle changes can boost your health while taking TELRIDE AM H TABLET. Stop smoking, as smoking increases your risk of 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 TELRIDE AM H TABLET if I feel well?
No, keep using TELRIDE AM H TABLET as advised by your doctor, even if you feel well. Stopping TELRIDE AM H TABLET suddenly may lead to serious complications such as heart attack and stroke.
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- Telmisartan, Amlodipine & Hydrochlorothiazide [Prescribing Information]. Mumbai, India: Sanofi India Limited; 2020.
Marketer details
Name: Maneesh Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Plot No. 29-33, Ancillary Industrial Plots, Govandi, Mumbai - 400 043.
Country of origin: India
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