Telmaxx 50 Tablet

Description

Telmaxx 50 Tablet ER

Composition: Telmisartan + Metoprolol Succinate (antihypertensive combination)
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 (risk of severe dizziness).

• Pregnancy: Unsafe (risk to fetus).

• Driving: Caution advised (may cause drowsiness/dizziness).

• Kidney/Liver:

  • Kidney disease: Safe (no dose adjustment).

  • Liver disease: Use with caution (dose adjustment may be needed).

• Missed Dose: Take ASAP, but skip if close to next dose.

Lifestyle Tips:

• Monitor BP, potassium levels, and kidney function regularly.

• Avoid high-potassium foods/supplements.

• Combine with exercise, weight management, and a low-salt diet.

Note: Do not stop abruptly without consulting your doctor, even if asymptomatic.