Telista MT 50 Tablet SR

Composition: Telmisartan (ARB) + Metoprolol Succinate (Beta-blocker)
Use: Treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) to reduce risk of heart attack/stroke.

Key Points:

• Dosage: Take once daily with food, at a fixed time. Do not crush/chew.

• Benefits:

  • Relaxes blood vessels, lowers blood pressure, and reduces heart strain.

  • Long-term protection against heart/kidney complications.

• Side Effects:

  • Common: Dizziness, headache, weakness, nausea, low BP, high potassium.

  • Rare: Slow heart rate, breathlessness, orthostatic hypotension.

Safety Advice:

• Avoid: Alcohol (unsafe), potassium-rich foods/supplements.

• Precautions:

  • Pregnancy: Unsafe (risk to fetus).

  • Driving: May cause drowsiness/dizziness; avoid.

  • Kidney/Liver: Safe in kidney disease; use cautiously in liver disease (dose adjustment may be needed).

• Missed Dose: Take ASAP; skip if close to next dose. Never double dose.

Lifestyle Tips:

• Regular exercise, healthy diet, and weight management enhance treatment efficacy.

• Monitor BP, kidney function, and electrolytes as advised.

Note: Do not stop abruptly without doctor’s advice, even if asymptomatic.