Cresar Am 40mg Strip Of 15 Tablets

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15 Tablet(s) in Strip

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Cresar Am 40mg Strip Of 15 Tablets Description

Cresar AM tablets are used in the treatment of high blood pressure. It contains a combination of two medicine telmisartan and amlodipine that belongs to a class of antihypertensive medicines. It work

s by relaxing blood vessels, thereby decreasing blood pressure. It increases the supply of oxygen and blood to the heart and decreases the workload on the heart. For best results, the medicine should be taken at the same time and doses should not be missed. The most common side effects of the medicine are dizziness and oedema (swelling and water retention).

Product Summary

Offer Price	₹129.86
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Contains	Telmisartan(40.0 Mg) + Amlodipine(5.0 Mg)
Uses	High blood pressure
Side effects	Oedema, ankle swelling, visual disturbances, diarrhoea
Therapy	ANTI-HYPERTENSIVE

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Uses

Contraindications

Side effects

Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Cresar Am 40mg Strip Of 15 Tablets

Cresar AM tablet is used for the treatment of high blood pressure.

Contraindications of Cresar Am 40mg Strip Of 15 Tablets

If you are allergic to amlodipine, telmisartan or any of the ingredient of this medicine
If you are in your second or third trimester of pregnancy
If you have liver function problem or obstruction in the bile duct
If you have experienced shock recently or heart attack or heart failure
If you have heart disease due to which there is obstruction of the outflow tract of the left ventricles
If you are taking any medicine containing aliskiren and you happen to be diabetic or have kidney failure problem.

Side effects of Cresar Am 40mg Strip Of 15 Tablets

Dizziness
Oedema
Ankle swelling
Visual disturbances
Diarrhoea
Constipation
Low blood pressure
Slow heartbeats

Precautions and Warnings of Cresar Am 40mg Strip Of 15 Tablets

Pregnancy

Can I take a Cresar AM tablet during pregnancy?

It is not recommended to use Cresar AM tablet if you are pregnant; it is highly unsafe for developing a foetus. If pregnancy is detected when you are on treatment with the medicine, inform the doctor immediately, you will be switched to a safer alternative.

Breast Feeding

Can I take a Cresar AM tablet while breastfeeding?

There is no information available on the safety of Cresar AM tablet while breastfeeding. Thus, alternative treatment should be preferred. Consult the doctor for more information.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Cresar AM tablet?

After taking the Cresar AM tablet, you may experience syncope (insufficient blood flow to the brain), sleepiness, dizziness, and giddiness. These are infrequent side effects but be cautious while driving or operating machinery.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with a Cresar AM tablet?

Avoid alcohol during the treatment. It can cause adverse effects along with Cresar AM tablet. Consuming alcohol when you have a blood pressure problem is not advisable as alcohol can lower blood pressure.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have a liver or kidney problem
You are a diabetic
You may suffer from renal artery stenosis (narrowing of blood vessels of kidneys)
You have low blood pressure
You have a high level of potassium in blood serum reports
You have heart disorder like narrowing of the aorta, chest pain, history of heart attack etc.

Mode of Action of Cresar Am 40mg Strip Of 15 Tablets

How Does It Work?

Cresar AM tablet works by the combined action of its two components Amlodipine and Telmisartan. This medicine acts by relaxing the blood vessels and makes the blood flow easier. It also improves blood...

Directions for Use of Cresar Am 40mg Strip Of 15 Tablets

Take Cresar AM tablet with or without food.
It should be taken as directed by your physician.

Interactions of Cresar Am 40mg Strip Of 15 Tablets

Interactions with other medicines

Since Cresar AM tablet is a combination of two medicine and there is no adequate information available on the interaction of this combination with other medicines. Any interaction which is seen with a...
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Always inform your doctor about all the medicine you are taking, that includes all prescribed or non-prescribed herbal medicines, dietary supplements as well as other treatment if you are taking for a...
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In particular if you are taking medicines for brain-related disorders, heart diseases, cholesterol lowering medicines, painkillers, immunosuppressants, muscle relaxants etc.
You may experience an excess drop in blood pressure if you are taking other blood pressure-lowering medicine, antifungal medicines and antibiotics with Cresar AM tablet.
Steroids taken via injection or infusion can interfere with the blood pressure-lowering effect of Cresar AM tablets.

Interactions with food items

Grapefruit, apple and orange juice should be avoided for about 4 hours after taking Cresar AM tablet. It can impair the absorption of this medicine.

Storage and disposal of Cresar Am 40mg Strip Of 15 Tablets

Store Cresar AM tablet in cool and dry places to protect it from light.
Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Dosage of Cresar Am 40mg Strip Of 15 Tablets

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose of Cresar AM tablet include irregular heartbeat, dizziness, acute kidney failure and sometimes shock may occur. If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your...

Missed a Dose

Do not take a double dose of Cresar AM tablet if you have missed the dose, take the next dose as soon as you remember. It would be best if you never miss a dose of blood pressure medicine as it can le...

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Arpit Verma

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Do I require any blood tests during treatment with the Cresar AM tablet?

A: The doctor may ask you for a kidney function test, blood pressure, and amount of electrolytes (e.g. potassium) in your blood at regular intervals.

Q: What precautions should I follow to control high blood pressure?

Consult a doctor and follow the prescription
Restrict salt intake in the diet
Follow a low carb, low-fat diet
Stay active and try to do regular exercise
Try to maintain a healthy weight

Q: Can I stop taking Cresar AM medicine on my own?

A: No, it would be best if you never stopped taking the Cresar AM tablet on your own without consulting the doctor.

Q: How much time does it take for the Cresar AM tablet to start working?

A: It takes approximately 3 hours for the Cresar AM tablet to start showing its blood pressure lowering effects. However, this may vary among individuals depending on physiology and metabolism.

Q: What is the difference between the Cresar AM tablet and the Telma-H tablet?

A: Both Cresar AM tablet and Telma-H are medicines to control high blood pressure but vary in composition. Cresar AM tablet contains telmisartan and amlodipine, whereas Telma- H contains telmisartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Depending on your health condition and disease status doctor will prescribe you either of these. Do not self medicate the anti-hypertensive medicines.

Q: Is the Cresar AM tablet a beta-blocker?

A: No, the Cresar AM tablet is not a beta-blocker. It works via a different mechanism of action.

Q: What should I avoid while taking the Cresar AM medicine?

A: Avoid taking supplements containing potassium supplement or its salt, as it may cause an increase in the level of potassium in the blood and may experience abnormal heartbeat, weakness, fatigue, chest pain. Also, avoid drinking alcohol.

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