Telvas-AM 80/5 Tablet

Combination: Telmisartan (80mg, ARB) + Amlodipine (5mg, CCB)
Use: Treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure).

Key Benefits:

• Relaxes blood vessels, improves heart efficiency.

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

Dosage:

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

• Do not stop abruptly without consulting your doctor.

Common Side Effects:

• Swelling (ankles/feet), dizziness, headache, tiredness, upset stomach.

• May cause sleepiness → Avoid driving/operating machinery.

Safety Advice:

• Alcohol: Unsafe (may worsen dizziness/low BP).

• Pregnancy: Unsafe (risk to fetus).

• Breastfeeding: Likely safe (consult doctor).

• Kidney/Liver Disease:

  • Kidney: Safe (no dose adjustment).

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

Missed Dose?

• Take ASAP, but skip if close to next dose. Do not double dose.

Lifestyle Tips:

• Reduce salt/fat intake, exercise regularly, avoid smoking.

• Monitor BP/kidney function as advised by doctor.

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