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Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide is a prescription medicine. Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide include Headache, Diarrhoea, Back Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide related warnings talks about Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide in conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Angioedema, Hypoparathyroidism. Other contraindications of Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide safe for pregnant women?
Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide on the Kidneys?
Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide on the Liver?
Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide
Information about the interaction of Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide doesn't cause depression. However, if you experience depression while taking Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide contains telmisartan which is an antihypertensive drug that works by preventing a chemical (angiotensin II) to bind with a receptor. This causes relaxation of blood vessels, it also prevents the synthesis and release of aldosterone (a hormone whose hyperactivity results in high blood pressure). In this way Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide decreases the blood pressure.
Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide is the brand name for telmisartan. It belongs to a group of medications known as angiotensin II receptor blockers. It is available in the form of tablets. Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.
No, Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide does not cause weight gain. Weight gain has rarely been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight gain and you are in doubt that Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide is causing weight gain then discuss with your doctor instantly.
Yes, it is safe to take Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, in some people, it may cause some side effects like back pain, sinusitis, and diaarhea.
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Prescribing Information [Internet]: Micardis® HCT (telmisartan and hydrochlorothiazide) Tablets, 40 mg/12.5 mg 80 mg/12.5 mg and 80 mg/25 mg . Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals