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can headach occur after taking telma am for controlling high blood pressure ## i have started taking telma AM for last one month and coversyl plus for controlling high BP(150/95) Sometimes i feel headache, also loss of apetite ,around 2 kg (Wt was 68 ht 5ft 9)loss of wt . Is it due to medicine ## Telmisartan and Coversyl are both used to help control high blood pressure. Coversyl contains the active ingredient Quinapril and is commonly sold in the US under the brand name Accupril. Both headache and occasional weight loss are common side effects of this class of medications, along with nausea and dizziness. You can read more about them here: Is there anything else I can help you with? ## I am having Telma 40 one BD.I experience extreme dryness of mouth.Can it be a side effect of this med...

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My doctor has prescribed Telma H for maintaining blood pressure. It was changed to Telma 40 but did not give a full explanation why. On the net I have seen there is Telma AM as well. I am diabetic and with medication its under control. My confusion is regarding the various Telma's ## Hello, Kuldip! How are you? There are different ingredients in each one. Telma only contains the active ingredient Telmisartan, Telma H contains Telmisartan and Hydrocholorothiazide, while Telma AM contains Telmisartan and Amlodipine, all of them are used to treat high blood pressure and some cardiac conditions. The U.S. FDA lists the typical side effects for such combinations as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination and hypotension. They are sometimes also prescribed for d...

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I had Angioplasty on December 10th, 2016. My Dr. advised me to take Telma AM + Telmisartan 40mg + Amlodipine 5 mg. What is impact of these medications on the heart and blood pressure? Also, what is cost of these medications? ## Hello, Sharif! How are you? I'm sorry, I don't have a price to quote you. These medications are used to help lower blood pressure and control heart rate, so your heart doesn't have to work as hard. The U.S. FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination and hypotension.

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My bp was always high. DR prescribed eritel ch80. Bp seems to be in control but I have major side effect. Whenever I stand up from sitting or sleeping I feel major weakness and seem to fall. I need to rest for a min and then I can start. And this happens everytime I stand. Sometimes I feel I am going to collapse. is this normal with this medicine. Earlier I used to have other versions of eritel and same thing used to happen but this eritel ch80 is the strongest when it comes to short term weakness. ## HI, Arun! Sorry about the problem that you're having. How are you feeling today? Eritel CH contains Telmisartan and Chlorthalidone, the Chlorthalidone is a diuretic that removes excess fluid from the body. Usually, when you get dizzy like upon moving/standing suddenly, it means that yo...

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I would like to know whether Telma H 80 can increase potassium levels in the blood? ## Hello, Sukumar! How are you? The Telmisartan in it has been known to do that, according to the U.S. FDA. How high has yours been? It's other side effects are listed as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache and dehydration.

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Sirs, What is the difference between Telma 40 and Amlodac 5 mg. Regards ## Hello, Amar! How are you? Telma 40 contains 40mgs of Telmisartan and Amlodac contains 5mgs of Amlodipine, both are used to treat high blood pressure and certain cardiac conditions, but they work in different ways and are in different medication classes. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I am a 60 year old male with high BP. I was taking Losar 50 mg ×2 and metoprolol XL 25mg × 2 but as my BP shot up to 160/90 with heaviness in my head and neck, the doctor changed the medicines and introduced Temsan-H in the morning and metoprolol XL 25mg in the evening since the last 3 days. I am feeling better but since introduction of this medicine at times I feel slight pressure on the upper part of the chest. Is this side effects of Temsan-H and reducing the dose of metoprolol? How long will the side effects last? ## Hello, Tamal! How are you? Yes, those can be side effects of this medication, as listed by the U.S. FDA. You may also experience nausea, dizziness, headache, dehydration and hypotension. However, if it continues, or worsens, you should consult your doctor to b...

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My father is using Telma H 40mg. I would like to know its side effect. ## i take aten-50. i am 44 yrs old.i would like to know its side effect. ## i am having Telma H .i would liek to know its sideeffect.Is it safe to have this medicine ## I am 50 years old and having marginally higher BP. Presently taking Aten 50 regularly and do not have any problem. BP when measured is normal. Doctor advised me to change to Telmisartan H as it is better. I am confused. ## i am 65 yrs old.i am taking the following medicines,telmaH,betaloc50 ,clavix as,&avas20,for the last 1 year i would like to know the side effects of all of them .for the last 3 months i have become diebetic too.`` ## I am a registered medical practitiponer ## Taking Telma_H 40mg for ! yr,for B P and Heart problem.With this B P r...

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true side effects ## This is a brand name for Telmisartan, used to help lower blood pressure. Some of the most common side effects include: headache, dizziness, rash and diarrhea. ## I have noticed a significant increase in weight after taking Telmisartin for over 2 years. Has anybody noticed this or know about this ? ## My main side effect: Headaches. I have experienced constant headaches that come on fast and are located in various parts of the head, including backside of upper neck at base of head. Pain relievers work but must be used around the clock as I would wake up during the night with a headache on occasion. I have since stopped taking Telmisartan (in agreement with my doctor) and the headaches are gradually subsiding. I experienced the same side effect when I took Crestor (a ...

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I have used tab. telma H for around one year. drug has started showing side effects including rise in serium uric acid level to 9.9. Doctor advises me to stop telma H and use telma 40 for the time being. Is it a safe prescription ## Telma H contains both Telmisartan and Hydrochlorothiazide. Telma 40 just contains Telmisartan. As to being safe, there are possible dangers and side effects to all prescription drugs, which is why your doctor should be monitoring your use of them. Some common side effects to Telma 40 may include: nausea, dizziness and headache. You can read more about it here: Is there anything else I can help you with? ## I am using Telma 40 H for the last three months without side effects and consuming alcohol daily ## pls since over 2years i have been taking this telma H,...

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Whether it increases creatinine I am having ctd 6.25 mg tablet in the morning and eritel Ln 40 mg after dinner ## Hello , does Eritel LN 40 result in weight gain? ## This medication is listed as containing the active ingredient Telmisartan. Yes, weight gain is a possible side effect and yes, it has been known to cause blood creatinine increases, though not very often. Other side effects, as reported by the U.S. FDA, may include nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with?

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i have been advised eritel ch40 and cilacar 10mg per day what are the side effects am 45 years old male. family has a high blood pressure history ## Hello, Sunil! How are you? Eritel-CH contains the active ingredients Telmisartan and Chlorthalidone, its side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache and dehydration. Learn more Telmisartan details here. Learn more Chlorthalidone details here. Cilicar contains the active ingredient Cilnidipine and its side effects may include nausea, dizziness, stomach pain and hypotension Is there anything else I can help with? ## I am 49 yr old female suffering from bp for the last 20 yrs. Have undergone ASD closure surgery 10 yrs ago. Now I am on drugs atten50 (1-0-0), cilacar(0-1-0), telma40(0-0-1) from past 2 months. Facing severe palpitations,...

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i have high BP and doctor has advised me Telma-H. Are there any side effects? ## Telmisartan is the active ingredient in Telma, which is used in the management of hypertension. Common side effects while taking Telmisartan are: Dizziness, possible back pain, and upper respiratory infection. For more information about this drug, please click on the link below... If you have any more questions or comments to add, please post back so I can further assist you. ## Telma H and Xstar F are used by me .these tablet have any side effects ## My age 54 yrs Male .I have High Blood Pressure and regularly take Telma H and Cardiac 5 .My blood Pressure is 140/100 at times.For last five to six months I am having constant dry cough .Checked with ENT .The docter sprayed and checked by inserting a steel wit...

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time limits for use its side effects for prolonged use ## Tetan contains the active ingredient Telmisartan, this is an ARB that is commonly used to treat high blood pressure and congestive heart failure. As to the duration of treatment, many people are on these types of medications for life, to control cardiovascular conditions and lower blood pressure. Such conditions must be kept under control. Common side effects, which should actually wear off after your body adjusts to the medication, can include: nausea, drowsiness, stomach pain and headache. Read more: Are there any comments or questions? ## my 22 month old boy got a tetan 40 and licked half of the tablet. he did not bite it .any side effects ..long term n short term. thnx ## My bp is fluctuating between 170/90 to 150/90 though I...

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who manufactures this medicine and what are its side effects? ## Tellzy-Ch contains Telmisartan and Chlorthalidone to better control hypertension or certain cardiac conditions. It may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, dehydration and frequent urination. It is manufactured by Alembic. Are there any other questions I can help with? Learn more Telmisartan details here and you can find more Chlorthalidone details here. ## does it have any negative effect on sexual power? ## no it dose'nt effect on sexual power ## For my mother who is 70 years of age...plz tell me when to give tellzy ch 40 ..before or aftrr breakfast? ## I have been takin Tellzy ch 40,for last 15 days, my BP now read as 120/80, my age is 44. can I stop taking it. ## pls suggest alternative drug available in ...

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I am experiencing extreme dizziness, nausea, sinustis and irritating coughing going over into ashma attacks. I have been taking Co-Protor for about 12 months now and the symptoms are getting so bad that I cannot function normally. Hardly a day goes by without sinusitis headaches and I most mornings wake up tired early in the morning because my head is so sore. I am dizzy on waking and have to gain balance when trying to get up. I am 53 yeasr old, healthy otherwise and reasonbly fit (though this is going backwards as I am too dizzy and nauseous). I have had enough, how do I get off this medication? ## Hello, Pete! How are you? I'm so sorry about how you're feeling. One of the active ingredients in this medication is Hydrochlorothiazide, which helps remove excess fluid from the bo...

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I'm using co-pritor for 9 months. Suddenly i'm experiencing severe muscle pains especially in my upper arms. It seems to get better as I move but at night cant sleep due to pain.This pain is worst in the morning and my wrists is also affected struggelling and painfull to start the day. I also had surgery for maligma carcinoma on my right shoulder a month ago and now it is starting to pain and burn. Now the muscle pains is it due to the medication or to the operation? ## Hello, Sonia! How are you? My guess would be that you're right and it's most likely due to the medication. This is listed as containing Telmisartan and Hydrochlorothiazide, it can very easily cause dehydration, which may be the reason for these symptoms. How much fluid do you take in daily? The FDA lists ...

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please advise details on this Tablet thanks ## Dr. gave me today prescription of Telsar 20 mg. He told to me that my BP is High. I want to know more about it. ## I believe this is Telmisartan, which is used to help control high blood pressure. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, headache and dizziness. You can read more on it here: Do you have any other questions? ## i am regulerly using telista 20mg, but instead of telista 20 i received telsa 20mg, both of them are same medicine, or any different is there?... can i take the medicine instead of telista 20. ## Are tablets Telsar 20 and Telusta 20 the same.

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i am 29yrs and hypertensive for past 8 yrs. was on stamlo beta so far. recently physician subscribed telmikind am. after that i am feeling a lot dizzy. also migrane like pain. i met the doc and he is said bp is normal so go and check with ENT specialist. is this dizziness because of the change in medicine? from what i read it appears so. or is the doc missing something. will body get adjusted to this drug over time. is this better drug as me and my husband are thinking of having baby. ## Yes, the headaches and dizziness can be normal side effects of the Telmisartan and Amlodipine that's in Telmikind-AM. Learn more Telmisartan details here. Learn more Amlodipine details here. And no, the Telmisartan is not something that should be taken by a pregnant woman, because it has been known ...

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I am using telma Am. My doctor told me to take twice a day telma Am. My bp is 190/90. Telma Am is suitable for me or not? ## Hello, Nana! How are you? Your blood pressure is starting to hit dangerous numbers that could put you at risk of a heart attack, stroke or congestive heart failure, thus you should follow your doctor's instructions to bring it down as fast and as safely as possible. The FDA lists this medication as containing Telmisartan and Amlodipine. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with?

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