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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy

Telsartan-AM Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It contains Telmisartan and Amlodipine, which widens and relaxes blood vessels. Thus, increases blood flow and lowers the chances of stroke, heart attack, and death. In some cases, it may cause side effects, such as peripheral oedema (swelling in legs and arms), common cold, back ache, diarrhoea, dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, rashes, and weakness. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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About Telsartan-AM Tablet

Telsartan-AM Tablet belongs to the class of anti-hypertensive drugs, primarily used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Hypertension is a medical condition in which blood pressure is elevated persistently in the arteries. It is considered an essential risk factor for cardiovascular diseases. Telsartan-AM Tablet lowers blood pressure by widening and relaxing blood vessels.

Telsartan-AM Tablet is a fixed-dose combination composed of two medicines, namely, Telmisartan and Amlodipine. Telmisartan belongs to a group of drugs called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. It lowers blood pressure and increases blood flow by preventing the narrowing of blood vessels. It is used to lower the chances of stroke, heart attack, and death. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that dilates (widens) blood vessels and increases blood flow. Altogether, it helps to lower high blood pressure, chest pain (angina), and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease.

Telsartan-AM Tablet is available in the form of oral tablets. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. You can take Telsartan-AM Tablet with or without food once a time in a day, as prescribed by the doctor. Do not crush, chew, or break it. Your doctor will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. In some cases, Telsartan-AM Tablet can cause side effects, primarily peripheral oedema (swelling in legs and arms), a common cold, backache, diarrhoea, dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, rashes, and weakness. Most of these side effects of Telsartan-AM Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Telsartan-AM Tablet or any other medicines, please inform your doctor. Before taking Telsartan-AM Tablet , let your doctor know if you have hypersensitivity like anaphylaxis (an allergic reaction which includes rashes, low pulse, and shock) or angioedema (swelling under the skin mostly swelling occurs in the face, tongue, abdomen, legs and arms). Pregnant or breastfeeding women should discontinue this Telsartan-AM Tablet because it can cause injury and death to the developing fetus. Please do not stop taking Telsartan-AM Tablet on your own, as it may lead to the recurrence of symptoms or worsen the condition. Do not consume alcohol with Telsartan-AM Tablet as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Avoid potassium supplements with Telsartan-AM Tablet as it may lead to high potassium levels in the blood.

Uses of Telsartan-AM Tablet

Telsartan-AM Tablet is used in the treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension). The detailed uses of Telsartan-AM Tablet are as follows:
• Hypertension Management: Telsartan-AM Tablet is primarily used to help lower high blood pressure, which can reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke.
• Heart Failure Treatment: Telsartan-AM Tablet may be prescribed to patients who are experiencing heart failure symptoms, helping to improve heart function and reduce strain on the heart.
• Kidney Protection: Telsartan-AM Tablet can be utilized to protect the kidneys, especially in patients with high blood pressure and diabetes, by lowering blood pressure and improving kidney function over time.
• Combination Therapy: Telsartan-AM Tablet can be used in combination with other antihypertensive medications to achieve better control of blood pressure in patients requiring multiple therapies.

Directions for Use

Swallow Telsartan-AM Tablet as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Telsartan-AM Tablet is an anti-hypertensive drug that treats high blood pressure (hypertension). Telsartan-AM Tablet lowers blood pressure by widening and relaxing blood vessels. Telsartan-AM Tablet consists of two medicines, namely: Telmisartan and Amlodipine. Telmisartan belongs to a group of drugs called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. It lowers blood pressure and increases blood flow by preventing the narrowing of blood vessels. It reduces the chances of stroke, heart attack, and death. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that dilates (widens) blood vessels and increases blood flow. Altogether, it helps to lower high blood pressure, chest pain (angina), and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease.

How Telsartan-AM Tablet Works

Telsartan-AM Tablet is a fixed-dose combination composed of two medicines, namely, Telmisartan and Amlodipine. Telmisartan belongs to a group of drugs called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. It lowers blood pressure and increases blood flow by preventing the narrowing of blood vessels. It is used to lower the chances of stroke, heart attack, and death. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that dilates (widens) blood vessels and increases blood flow. Altogether, it helps to lower high blood pressure, chest pain (angina), and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of Telsartan-AM Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Telsartan-AM Tablet as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Monitor your blood pressure levels regularly. If you are known to be allergic to Telsartan-AM Tablet or have any kidney or liver problems or severe dehydration, please inform your doctor beforehand. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. It is advised to complete the prescribed course, even if you feel better. Complete the course strictly as suggested by the doctor, even if you feel better, to avoid disease recurrence. Avoid consumption of alcohol with Telsartan-AM Tablet as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Avoid potassium supplements with Telsartan-AM Tablet as they may lead to high potassium levels in the blood.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AmlodipineDantrolene
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AmlodipineDantrolene
Critical
How does the drug interact with Telsartan-AM Tablet:
Using Telsartan-AM Tablet together with dantrolene may increase the risk of hyperkalemia (high blood potassium).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Telsartan-AM Tablet with Dantrolene can cause an interaction, consult a doctor before taking it. You should seek medical attention if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Telsartan-AM Tablet:
Co-administration of Aliskiren with Telsartan-AM Tablet can increase the risk of hyperkalemia (high potassium levels in the blood).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Telsartan-AM Tablet with Aliskiren can possibly lead to an interaction, please consult a doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Telsartan-AM Tablet:
Co-administration of Tizanidine and Telsartan-AM Tablet can increase the risk or severity of developing side effects like low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although co-administration of Telsartan-AM Tablet with tizanidine can result in an interaction, it can be taken when a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience headache, dizziness, palpitations, or irregular heart rate while taking these drugs, contact the doctor immediately. Use caution while getting up from a sitting or sleeping position and avoid driving or using dangerous machinery. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting the doctor.
How does the drug interact with Telsartan-AM Tablet:
Coadministration of lemborexant and Telsartan-AM Tablet may increase the blood levels of lemborexant.

How to manage the interaction:
Although co-administration of Telsartan-AM Tablet with Lemborexant can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult your doctor if you experience abnormal sleep patterns, worsening of depression, changes in heartbeat, or headache. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Telsartan-AM Tablet:
Taking simvastatin with Telsartan-AM Tablet may result in considerably higher blood levels of simvastatin and may increase the risk of side effects (liver damage and rhabdomyolysis - an uncommon but serious illness characterized by the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Telsartan-AM Tablet with simvastatin can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you have unexplained muscular pain, soreness, or weakness while using simvastatin, especially if these symptoms are accompanied by fever or dark-colored urine, consult the doctor immediately. However, if you develop a fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, dark colored urine, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
AmlodipineMitotane
Severe
How does the drug interact with Telsartan-AM Tablet:
Using Telsartan-AM Tablet and mitotane together may drastically lower Telsartan-AM Tablet blood levels, which makes the medicine less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although co-administration of Telsartan-AM Tablet with mitotane can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AmlodipineDolasetron
Severe
How does the drug interact with Telsartan-AM Tablet:
Using dolasetron together with Telsartan-AM Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Telsartan-AM Tablet and Dolasetron, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you have any of these symptoms, like feeling dizzy, lightheaded, or your heart beating irregularly, it's important to call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Telsartan-AM Tablet:
Using Telsartan-AM Tablet and primidone together may lower Telsartan-AM Tablet blood levels, which makes the medicine less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although co-administration of Telsartan-AM Tablet with primidone can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Telsartan-AM Tablet:
Using Telsartan-AM Tablet and phenytoin together may drastically lower Telsartan-AM Tablet blood levels, which makes the medicine less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although Telsartan-AM Tablet with phenytoin can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AmlodipineFosphenytoin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Telsartan-AM Tablet:
When Telsartan-AM Tablet is taken with Fosphenytoin, it may decrease the blood levels of Telsartan-AM Tablet, which may make Telsartan-AM Tablet less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Telsartan-AM Tablet and Fosphenytoin together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Moderate
Common Foods to Avoid:
Lentils, Orange Juice, Oranges, Raisins, Potatoes, Salmon Dried, Spinach, Sweet Potatoes, Tomatoes, Coconut Water, Beans, Beetroot, Broccoli, Bananas, Apricots, Avocado, Yogurt

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Telsartan-AM Tablet with potassium-containing salt substitutes or potassium supplements can cause high levels of potassium in the blood. Avoid taking potassium-containing salt substitutes or potassium supplements while being treated with Telsartan-AM Tablet.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Create a well-balanced and healthy diet that includes vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, omega-3-rich foods, and lean protein sources.

  • Keep your weight under control with a BMI of 19.5-24.9.

  • Avoid chronic stress, as it can raise your blood pressure.

  • Spend time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.

  • Be mindful of salt; consume no more than 2,300 mg each day.

  • Limit or avoid alcohol consumption.

  • Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease.

Habit Forming

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Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES
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Alcohol

Unsafe

It is unsafe to consume alcohol since alcohol consumption with Telsartan-AM Tablet may increase the risk of low blood pressure and cause adverse effects such as dizziness, fainting, light-headedness, or headache.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Pregnant women should discontinue this Telsartan-AM Tablet because it can cause injury and death to the developing fetus. So, Telsartan-AM Tablet is not safe in pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

There is no evidence on how Telsartan-AM Tablet affects breastfeeding. So, inform your doctor if you are a nursing mother. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Telsartan-AM Tablet .

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Driving

Caution

Telsartan-AM Tablet may cause side effects like dizziness, headaches, and nausea, which can affect your ability to concentrate and drive. Hence, it is recommended not to drive until you are mentally alert.

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Liver

Caution

Inform your doctor before receiving the Telsartan-AM Tablet if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust your dose depending on your current liver conditions.

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Kidney

Caution

Inform your doctor before receiving the Telsartan-AM Tablet if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust your dose depending on your current kidney conditions.

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Children

Unsafe

Telsartan-AM Tablet is not recommended to use in children. Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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FAQs

Telsartan-AM Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It lowers the blood pressure by widening and relaxing blood vessels.

No, because your blood pressure rapidly increases when you suddenly stop this Telsartan-AM Tablet . This can increase your risk of heart attack and stroke.

Pregnant women should discontinue this Telsartan-AM Tablet because it can cause injury and death to the developing fetus. So, Telsartan-AM Tablet is not safe in pregnancy.

There is no evidence on how Telsartan-AM Tablet affects breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before taking Telsartan-AM Tablet if you are breastfeeding.

Do not stop using Telsartan-AM Tablet even if you feel better. It should be strictly used as advised by your doctor to avoid the recurrence of symptoms and worsening of the disease.

No, Telsartan-AM Tablet can cause high levels of potassium in the blood leading to hyperkalemia. Hence it is not recommended to use potassium supplements along with Telsartan-AM Tablet . However, consult your doctor if you are already taking other medicines before starting Telsartan-AM Tablet .

Yes, the Telsartan-AM Tablet can make you feel dizzy. Dizziness usually occurs when you suddenly stand up from a lying or sitting position. Try rising slowly when you change your posture to relieve dizziness. If the side effect persists longer, please seek medical help.

Telsartan-AM Tablet is generally safe to take for a long time. Remember to follow your doctor's advice/instructions.

Do not consume alcohol with Telsartan-AM Tablet as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Avoid potassium supplements with Telsartan-AM Tablet as it may lead to high potassium levels in the blood. Telsartan-AM Tablet may cause side effects like dizziness, headaches, and nausea, which can affect your ability to concentrate and drive. Hence, it is recommended not to drive until you are mentally alert.

If you miss a dose of Telsartan-AM Tablet take it as soon as you remember, However, if it is almost time for the scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time.

Stopping Telsartan-AM Tablet may cause a rise in blood pressure, increasing the risk of heart attack or stroke. Therefore, do not discontinue Telsartan-AM Tablet without consulting your doctor.

As hypertension is a chronic condition, you might need to take Telsartan-AM Tablet for a long-term. To treat your condition effectively, keep taking Telsartan-AM Tablet for the prescribed duration.

You may not notice any difference even after taking Telsartan-AM Tablet as high blood pressure does not usually have any symptoms. This doesn’t mean Telsartan-AM Tablet is not working. However, consult the doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Telsartan-AM Tablet .

Telsartan-AM Tablet might cause erectile dysfunction in rare conditions. Consult the doctor if you cannot get or maintain an erection.

Follow a healthy diet and exercise regularly. Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption. Manage stress by doing meditation. Cut down on salt and processed foods.

Telsartan-AM Tablet should be swallowed as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Telsartan-AM Tablet may cause side effects such as primarily peripheral oedema (swelling in legs and arms), a common cold, backache, diarrhoea, dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, rashes, and weakness. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

It is advised to consult the doctor before taking other medicines with Telsartan-AM Tablet to prevent any interactions or undesirable side effects.

Overdose of Telsartan-AM Tablet may cause low blood pressure and slow heart rate. Seek immediate medical attention in case of an overdose of Telsartan-AM Tablet .

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd., 8-2-337, Road No. 3, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana 500034, INDIA
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