Telma AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet

Telma AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet

Combination: Telmisartan (40mg) + Azelnidipine (8mg)
Use: Treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).

Key Benefits:

• Relaxes blood vessels, lowers blood pressure.

• Reduces risk of stroke, heart attack, and kidney damage.

How It Works:

• Telmisartan (ARB): Blocks a hormone that tightens blood vessels.

• Azelnidipine (Calcium Channel Blocker): Improves blood flow by relaxing vessels.

Dosage:

• Take once daily, with or without food, at a fixed time.

• Do not stop abruptly without consulting your doctor.

Common Side Effects:

• Dizziness, headache, nausea, numbness (usually mild).

Safety Advice:

• Kidney Disease: Likely safe (consult doctor).

• Liver Disease: Limited data (consult doctor).

• Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Avoid (no data available).

• Alcohol/Diving: Caution advised (may cause dizziness).

If You Miss a Dose:

• Take as soon as remembered. Skip if close to the next dose.

Important:

• Regular BP, kidney, and glucose monitoring may be needed.

• Inform your doctor about all other medications you’re taking.

Note: Always follow your doctor’s instructions and report persistent side effects. Do not self-adjust the dose.