Telkonol H Strip Of 10 Tablets

• If you are allergic to telmisartan or hydrochlorothiazide or any of the ingredients of Telkonol H tablet.
• If you have a kidney problem.
• If you are a diabetic patient.
• If you are pregnant (especially during the 2nd and 3rd trimester).
• If you are suffering from a liver problem like (problems with the drainage of the bile from the liver and the gall bladder).
• If it shows low potassium levels and high calcium levels in your blood reports.
• If you are taking medicine for lowering the blood pressure like aliskiren.

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Stomach pain
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Tiredness
• Fever

Other General Warnings

• You have liver or kidney problems.
• You are suffering from renal artery stenosis (a condition of narrowing of the blood vessels of either of the kidneys).
• You experience sudden blood or fluid losses within your body (Hypovolemia) that may cause headaches, fatigue, nausea, dizziness.
• You are suffering from Primary aldosteronism (a condition of excess production of the hormone aldosterone from the adrenal glands).
• You may experience sugar intolerance, your blood glucose level may drop.
• You may experience electrolyte imbalance with the symptoms of dryness of mouth, thirst, drowsiness, muscle pain, nausea, vomiting, etc.
• You have galactose intolerance (small intestine's inability to transport and absorb glucose and galactose).
• You are black (as this medicine is found less effective in lowering blood pressure in black patients than in non-blacks).
• You have any kind of heart condition like ischaemic cardiopathy (when your heart muscle is weakened as a result of heart disease).
• You are suffering from glaucoma (increased pressure inside the yes).
• You may develop Non-melanoma skin cancer (types of cancer that occur in the skin that are not melanoma).
• Telkonol H tablet is not recommended for use in patients who are below 18 years old.

• Telkonol H tablets should be taken as directed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water, do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
• It can be taken with or without food. It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results and should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

• Store Telkonol H tablet in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture and heat.
• Keep it away from children and pets.

• Take Telkonol H tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually at the same time each day for best results.
• Do not stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor, even if your blood pressure appears to be under control.
• Avoid consuming alcohol, as it can cause a significant drop in blood pressure and dizziness.
• Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as it can harm the unborn baby or infant.
• Be cautious when driving or operating machinery if you experience dizziness or fatigue after taking this medicine.
• Adopt lifestyle changes like a low-fat and low-salt diet, regular exercise, and avoiding smoking to support your treatment.
• Inform your doctor about any liver or kidney problems, diabetes, or other heart conditions you may have.

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How Does It Work?

• Telkonol H tablet works by the combined action of telmisartan and hydrochlorothiazide.
• Telmisartan acts by relaxing the blood vessels and helps in lowering the blood pressure.
• Hydrochlorothiazide helps in increasing the urine output, hence helping in lowering the blood pressure.

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Telkonol H tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• Especially if you are taking medicines for fungal infections, antibiotics, immunosuppressants, medicines for diabetes and medicines for Parkinson's disease.