Telvas Am 40mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
By ARISTO PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD
10 Tablet(s) in Strip
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Medical Description
Telvas-AM tablet is an antihypertensive medicine. It is used for the treatment of high blood pressure. It contains a combination of two medicines, telmisartan and amlodipine. This medicine is used when the blood pressure cannot be controlled by either of the medicine alone.
Telvas-AM works 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. Telmikind AM tablet, Tazloc AM tablet, Telma AM tablet, Stamlo T tablet and Telista AM tablet all include telmisartan and amlodipine as active ingredients.
Always take it as prescribed and advised by your doctor. You can take Telvas-AM tablet with or without food but at a fixed time every day for better results. Do not stop taking Telvas-AM tablet abruptly, as it may cause sudden hypertensive crises and health complications.
Uncontrolled high blood pressure may cause serious harm to health, such as an increase in the risk of heart-related diseases such as stroke, heart attack, kidney damage, brain, etc. Please inform your doctor about any other health conditions that you are suffering from, before taking this tablet. Follow a healthy and active lifestyle along with this medicine to gain optimum control over blood pressure.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹73.04 |
| You Save | ₹9.96 (12% on MRP) |
| Contains | Telmisartan(40.0 Mg) + Amlodipine(5.0 Mg) |
| Uses | High blood pressure |
| Side effects | Dizziness, oedema, ankle swelling, constipation |
| Therapy | ANTI-HYPERTENSIVE |
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Uses of TELVAS AM 40MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Telvas-AM tablet is a medication used to treat high blood pressure. It works by relaxing the blood vessels, making it easier for blood to flow through them and reducing blood pressure.
Contraindications of TELVAS AM 40MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- If you are allergic to amlodipine, telmisartan or any of the ingredients of Telvas-AM tablet.
- If you are in your second or third trimester of pregnancy.
- If you have liver function problems 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 problems.
Side effects of TELVAS AM 40MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- Dizziness
- Oedema
- Ankle swelling
- Visual disturbances
- Diarrhoea
- Constipation
- Low blood pressure
- Slow heartbeats
Precautions and Warnings of TELVAS AM 40MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take a Telvas-AM tablet during pregnancy?
A:
It is not recommended to use a Telvas-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
Q:
Can I take a Telvas-AM tablet while breastfeeding?
A:
There is no information available on the safety of the Telvas-AM tablet while breastfeeding. Thus, alternative treatment should be preferred. Consult the doctor for more information..
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed the Telvas-AM tablet?
A:
After taking the Telvas-AM tablet, you may experience fainting (insufficient blood flow to the brain), sleepiness, dizziness, and giddiness. These are infrequent side effects but be cautious while driving or operating machinery.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with a Telvas-AM tablet?
A:
Avoid alcohol during the treatment. It can cause adverse effects along with the Telvas-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 the blood vessels of kidneys).
- You have low blood pressure.
- You may have a high level of potassium in your blood serum reports.
- You have heart disorders like narrowing of the aorta, chest pain, history of heart attack, etc.
Directions for Use of TELVAS AM 40MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Telvas-AM tablet should be consumed as a whole with a sufficient amount of water with or without food. Do not change your dose unless your doctor tells you to do. Never stop this medicine on your own. ...
Storage and disposal of TELVAS AM 40MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- Store Telvas-AM tablet in cool and dry places to protect it from light.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Quick Tips of TELVAS AM 40MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- Telvas-AM tablet is an anti-hypertensive medication. It is prescribed to treat high blood pressure. This medication can also help reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke or death in high-risk patients....
- Take this medicine in the exact dose and duration prescribed by the doctor. Do not take more than the prescribed dose. For better blood pressure control, take it at the same time every day.
- Missing a dose of your blood pressure medication can lead to serious health problems. If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember.
- Telvas-AM tablet is not recommended if you are pregnant, planning on becoming pregnant or breastfeeding. If you become pregnant while taking this medication, stop taking it immediately and consult your doctor. Also, inform your doctor about all other medicines that you take and your complete medical history....
- It is recommended that you make certain lifestyle changes in addition to taking Telvas-AM tablet on time. Among these changes are eating a low-fat, low-salt diet, maintaining a healthy weight, exercising for 30 minutes every day, avoiding smoking and limiting alcohol consumption....
- Ankle swelling, constipation, slow heartbeats, diarrhoea and visual disturbances may occur in some individuals with the use of this medicine. Inform your doctor if these effects bother you or do not go away....
- If you experience dizziness or sleepiness after taking Telvas-AM tablet, it is recommended to avoid driving, operating heavy machinery or performing any such tasks that require mental alertness.
Dosage of TELVAS AM 40MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Overdose
Symptoms of an overdose of the Telvas-AM tablet can lead to irregular heartbeats, dizziness, kidney failure and sometimes shock. If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital....
Missed a Dose
Do not take a double dose of Telvas-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 lead to serious side effects like sudden fall in blood pressure and associated symptoms such as fainting, lightheadedness, dizziness, dehydration etc....
Mode of Action of TELVAS AM 40MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
How Does It Work?
- Telvas-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 and oxygen flow to the heart and reduces the load on the heart. The blood pressure-lowering effect of this combination is better than the Amlodipine or Telmisartan alone.
- Well-controlled blood pressure also reduces the risk of associated complications like stroke.
Interactions of TELVAS AM 40MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the action of the Telvas-AM tablet or this tablet itself can affect the action of other medicines taken at the same time.
- You may experience an excess drop in blood pressure if you are taking other blood pressure-lowering medicine, antifungal medicines and antibiotics with the Telvas-AM tablet.
- Steroids taken via injection or infusion can interfere with the blood pressure-lowering effect of the Telvas-AM tablets.
- Medicines used as muscle relaxants called dantrolene if taken along can lead to serious heart-related problems.
- Medicines used to modify immune response such as cyclosporin and tacrolimus when taken along can give you side effects of former medicine, inform your doctor.
- Other medicines like lithium used for psychiatric disorders, painkillers like ibuprofen, celecoxib and medicine used to maintain cholesterol levels like simvastatin and digoxin used for heart failure should be used cautiously....
- Tell your doctor about any other medicines, herbal preparations and supplements you are taking currently or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
Interactions with food items
Grapefruit, apple and orange juice should be avoided for about 4 hours after taking Telvas-AM tablet. It can impair the absorption of this medicine.
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 Telvas-AM tablet?
A: You doctor may ask you for 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 my high blood pressure?
- Consult a doctor and follow his prescription
- Restrict salt intake in your 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 the Telvas-AM tablet on my own?
A: No, you should never stop taking your blood pressure-lowering medicine on your own even if you feel good. Abrupt stopping of this medicine may result in hypertensive crisis and result in serious health consequences.
Q: What is the difference between the Telvas-AM tablet and the Telvas-H tablet?
A: Both Telvas-AM tablet and Telvas-H are medicines to control high blood pressure but vary in their composition. Telvas-AM medicine contains telmisartan and amlodipine, whereas Telvas-H contains telmisartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Depending on your health condition and disease status doctor will prescribe you either of these. Do not self medicate with anti-hypertensive medicines.
Q: What should I avoid while taking the Telvas-AM tablet?
A: During the treatment with Telvas am, avoid taking supplements containing potassium supplement or its salt. As, it may cause an increase in the level of potassium in the blood and you may experience abnormal heartbeat, weakness, fatigue, chest pain. Also, avoid drinking alcohol.
Q: What is the composition of Telvas Am?
A: The composition of Telvas Am includes telmisartan and amlodipine, as its active component.
Q: What are the side effects of Telvas Am?
A: Dizziness, oedema, ankle swelling, visual disturbances, diarrhoea, etc., are a few common side effects of Telvas Am. These symptoms are usually mild and resolve with time. It is not necessary that every individual experience the same.
Q: Is Telvas AM a blood thinner?
A: No, Telvas-AM tablet is an anti-hypertensive medicine used for the treatment of high blood pressure.
Q: Is Telvas AM 40 and Telvas 40 tablet same?
A: Telvas AM 40 tablet is a combination medicine containing two ingredients amlodipine and telmisartan whereas Telvas 40 contains only telmisartan. Both, Telvas AM 40 and Telvas 40 is blood pressure-lowering medicine. Telvas AM is used when blood pressure cannot be controlled alone by telmisartan.
Q: When should I take Telvas am?
A: Your doctor decides when to take the Telvas am and how many times in a day you should take this medicine. This medicine may be taken with or without food, try to take it at the same time for effective blood pressure control.
Q: What is Telvas am used for?
A: Telvas-AM is an antihypertensive medicine that is used for the treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension).
Q: What is the dose of Telvas Am?
A: The doctor will decide the specific dose for a specific duration depending upon the severity of the condition. Do not take Telvas am endlessly on your own without consulting a doctor.
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