Telma 40 Tablet

Generic Name: Telmisartan
Uses:

• Treats high blood pressure (hypertension).

• Manages heart failure.

• Prevents heart attack/stroke (especially in high-risk patients like diabetics).

Key Benefits:

• Relaxes blood vessels, lowering blood pressure.

• Reduces heart strain and improves blood flow.

• Protects kidneys in diabetic patients.

Dosage:

• Take once daily, with/without food, at the same time.

• Do not crush/chew.

Side Effects (Rare):

• Dizziness, low blood pressure, back pain, diarrhea.

• Serious: Kidney issues, high potassium (monitor with doctor).

Safety:

• Avoid alcohol (lowers BP further).

• Pregnancy: Unsafe (harmful to fetus).

• Liver/Kidney Disease: Use with caution; dose adjustment may be needed.

• Driving: May cause drowsiness/dizziness.

Lifestyle Tips:

• Reduce salt, exercise, quit smoking, limit alcohol.

If You Miss a Dose: Skip missed dose; never double dose.

Note: Regular BP/kidney tests advised. Consult doctor before stopping.