Telmisartan + Chlorthalidone Tablet: Quick Summary
Uses, benefits, side effects, dosage & important warnings
Medicine Name
Telmisartan + Chlorthalidone Tablet
Active Ingredients
Telmisartan + Chlorthalidone
Drug Class
Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker (ARB) + Thiazide-like Diuretic
Uses
Treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension)
Benefits
Helps lower blood pressure through complementary effects on blood vessels and fluid balance
Side Effects
Dizziness, low blood pressure, increased urination, dehydration, electrolyte changes and headache may occur
Common Strengths
Available strengths vary by product and market; follow the prescribed strength
Dosage
Telmisartan 40mg and Chlorthalidone 12.5mg Tablet;
Telmisartan 80mg and Chlorthalidone 12.5mg Tablet;
Telmisartan 20mg and Chlorthalidone 6.25mg Tablet;
Telmisartan 40mg and Chlorthalidone 6.25mg Tablet
Telmisartan 80mg and Chlorthalidone 12.5mg Tablet;
Telmisartan 20mg and Chlorthalidone 6.25mg Tablet;
Telmisartan 40mg and Chlorthalidone 6.25mg Tablet
How to Take
Usually taken once daily, with or without food, exactly as prescribed
How It Works
Telmisartan relaxes blood vessels by blocking angiotensin II, while chlorthalidone promotes sodium and water excretion
Monitoring
Blood pressure, kidney function, potassium, sodium and other electrolytes may require monitoring
Important
Do not stop or change the dose without medical advice
🧪 Electrolyte Warning:
Chlorthalidone can lower sodium and potassium levels, while telmisartan can increase potassium in some patients. Periodic blood tests may be recommended to monitor electrolytes and kidney function.
Chlorthalidone can lower sodium and potassium levels, while telmisartan can increase potassium in some patients. Periodic blood tests may be recommended to monitor electrolytes and kidney function.
🩺 Kidney Function Warning:
Telmisartan may affect kidney function in susceptible patients, particularly when dehydration or certain other medicines are present. Kidney function should be monitored when clinically appropriate.
Telmisartan may affect kidney function in susceptible patients, particularly when dehydration or certain other medicines are present. Kidney function should be monitored when clinically appropriate.
💧 Dehydration & Low BP Warning:
Chlorthalidone increases urine production. Excessive fluid loss may cause dehydration, dizziness or low blood pressure. Seek medical advice if severe vomiting, diarrhea or significant fluid loss occurs.
Chlorthalidone increases urine production. Excessive fluid loss may cause dehydration, dizziness or low blood pressure. Seek medical advice if severe vomiting, diarrhea or significant fluid loss occurs.
⚠️ Important Interaction:
NSAIDs such as ibuprofen, diclofenac and naproxen may reduce the blood-pressure-lowering effect and may increase the risk of kidney problems in susceptible patients.
NSAIDs such as ibuprofen, diclofenac and naproxen may reduce the blood-pressure-lowering effect and may increase the risk of kidney problems in susceptible patients.
🤰 Pregnancy Warning:
Telmisartan should not be used during pregnancy because medicines that block the renin-angiotensin system can cause serious fetal harm. Consult your doctor immediately if pregnancy occurs during treatment.
Telmisartan should not be used during pregnancy because medicines that block the renin-angiotensin system can cause serious fetal harm. Consult your doctor immediately if pregnancy occurs during treatment.