About hydrochlorothiazide + telmisartan
Angiotensin receptor blocker and thiazide diuretic
Used for
- Treats high blood pressure when one medicine alone is insufficient.
Usual adult dose
Usually one tablet once daily; dose is adjusted according to blood pressure and prior treatment.
Common side effects
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
- Low blood pressure
- Raised uric acid or gout
- Changes in kidney function or blood salts
Important warnings
- May cause dehydration, low blood pressure, or electrolyte disturbances.
- Can impair kidney function; monitoring may be needed.
- Avoid during pregnancy; discontinue promptly if pregnancy occurs.
- Use caution with severe liver disease or narrowing of kidney arteries.
Pregnancy
Not recommended; telmisartan can harm or cause death to a developing fetus, especially later in pregnancy.
Breastfeeding
Not recommended, particularly for newborn or premature infants; safer alternatives may be preferred.
Interactions
- Lithium: may increase lithium levels and toxicity.
- NSAIDs, including ibuprofen: may reduce effect and worsen kidney function.
- Potassium supplements or potassium-sparing medicines: may raise potassium.
- Other blood-pressure medicines or alcohol: may increase dizziness or low blood pressure.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.