Question 1

What is Telmisartan; Amlodipine used for?

Accepted Answer

High blood pressure (hypertension), prevention of stroke and heart attack in people with high blood pressure

Question 2

How do you take Telmisartan; Amlodipine?

Accepted Answer

Take one tablet once a day, at the same time each day. You can take it with or without food. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Common strengths available in Nigeria include Cilzec-A (40/5mg, 40/10mg, 80/5mg, 80/10mg) and Embateltan A40 Plus or A80 Plus. Your doctor will decide the right strength for you — do not change the dose on your own.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Telmisartan; Amlodipine?

Accepted Answer

Dizziness or feeling lightheaded, swelling of the ankles or feet, headache, feeling tired or weak, flushing (feeling hot in the face)

Question 4

Who should not take Telmisartan; Amlodipine?

Accepted Answer

People who are allergic to Telmisartan, Amlodipine, or any ingredient in the tablet. People with severe liver problems or bile duct obstruction. Pregnant women or women planning to become pregnant. People with very low blood pressure. People with severe narrowing of the heart valve (aortic stenosis). Do not take this drug together with medicines containing Aliskiren if you have diabetes or kidney problems.

Question 5

Is Telmisartan; Amlodipine safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

This drug is NOT safe during pregnancy — it can seriously harm or even kill your unborn baby, especially in the second and third trimesters. If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, tell your doctor immediately.

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