About telmisartan + amlodipine besilate
Angiotensin receptor blocker and calcium channel blocker
Used for
- Treats high blood pressure when one medicine is insufficient.
Usual adult dose
Usually one tablet once daily; dose is tailored to blood pressure and prior treatment.
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Ankle swelling
- Low blood pressure
- Headache
Important warnings
- May cause dangerously low blood pressure, especially with dehydration.
- Can worsen kidney function or raise potassium; monitoring may be needed.
- Avoid during pregnancy; stop promptly if pregnancy occurs.
- Use cautiously with liver disease or narrowing of kidney arteries.
Pregnancy
Not recommended. Telmisartan can harm or cause fetal death, especially later in pregnancy.
Breastfeeding
Not recommended; information is limited, and alternative treatment may be preferred, especially for newborns.
Interactions
- Aliskiren, ACE inhibitors, potassium supplements, or potassium-sparing medicines can increase risks.
- NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen, may impair kidney function and reduce blood-pressure control.
- Lithium levels may rise; monitoring is needed.
- Grapefruit may increase amlodipine exposure.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.