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  5. I have been taking telma 40 for the last 2 years for high blood pressure. Normally my BP comes 150/90 with this medicine. Not experiencing any chest pain,headache etc not any shortness of breath. During routine checkup doctor has now prescribed s-numlo 2.5 mg at night for 3 months along with telma 40. I am in dellema whether to start it,as it has many side effects. Please guide

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I have been taking telma 40 for the last 2 years for high blood pressure. Normally my BP comes 150/90 with this medicine. Not experiencing any chest pain,headache etc not any shortness of breath. During routine checkup doctor has now prescribed s-numlo 2.5 mg at night for 3 months along with telma 40. I am in dellema whether to start it,as it has many side effects. Please guide

Asked by Male, 63 · 2 months ago

Your doctor added S-Numlo 2.5 mg because your blood pressure is still around 150 over 90 on Telma 40, which means it is not fully controlled. Adding a low dose second medicine is a common and appropriate step to bring blood pressure to a safer level and reduce long term risks like heart attack and stroke. The 2.5 mg dose is low, most people tolerate it well, and side effects are usually mild. In most cases, the benefit of better blood pressure control is greater than the risk of side effects.
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It is generally safe to start S-Numlo (Amlodipine 2.5 mg) alongside Telma 40 (Telmisartan 40 mg) as prescribed to better control your blood pressure, but monitoring for side effects is important.

🩺 What to Expect with S-Numlo Addition

  • Common side effects of S-Numlo include fatigue, stomach pain, nausea, facial redness, swelling, and irregular heart rate.
  • Telma 40 may cause loose stools, fatigue, nausea, indigestion, or cough, but you have tolerated it well so far.
  • Combining these medications is a common approach to improve blood pressure control when one drug alone is insufficient.

⚠️ When to Seek Medical Advice

  • Watch for new or worsening symptoms such as severe swelling, chest pain, dizziness, or irregular heartbeat.
  • If side effects become bothersome or severe, inform your doctor promptly.

🩺 Recommendations

  • Start S-Numlo as directed by your doctor to help lower your blood pressure closer to target levels.
  • Maintain regular blood pressure monitoring and follow-up visits.
  • Discuss any concerns about side effects with your prescribing doctor, who can adjust treatment if needed.

Consult your cardiologist or hypertension specialist for personalized advice and ongoing management.

Answered 2 months ago