Temsan 80 CT Tablet

Description

Temsan 80 CT Tablet

Composition: Telmisartan (80mg) + Chlorthalidone (diuretic).
Use: Treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) to reduce heart attack/stroke risk.

Key Benefits:

• Combines a vasodilator (relaxes blood vessels) and diuretic (reduces fluid retention).

• Effective when single-drug therapy fails.

• Long-term protection against heart/kidney complications.

Dosage:

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

• Avoid taking close to bedtime (increased urination).

• Do not stop abruptly without consulting your doctor.

Common Side Effects:

• Dizziness, headache, diarrhea, back pain, low potassium, high uric acid.

• Frequent urination is expected (due to chlorthalidone).

Warnings:

• Avoid alcohol (lowers BP further, worsens side effects).

• Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Unsafe (risk to baby).

• Kidney/Liver Disease: Use with caution; avoid in severe cases.

• Driving: May cause drowsiness/dizziness.

Missed Dose?

• Take ASAP, but skip if close to the next dose. Never double dose.

Important:

• Regular monitoring of BP, potassium, and kidney function advised.

• Inform your doctor about all other medications (e.g., NSAIDs, lithium).