Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide Tablet: Quick Summary
Uses, benefits, side effects, dosage & important warnings
Medicine Name
Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide Tablet
Active Ingredients
Telmisartan + Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ)
Drug Class
Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker (ARB) + Thiazide Diuretic
Uses
Treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension)
Benefits
Helps lower blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels and promoting the removal of excess sodium and water
Side Effects
Dizziness, low blood pressure, increased urination, dehydration, headache and electrolyte changes may occur
Common Strengths
40/12.5 mg and 80/12.5 mg; other strengths may be available
Dosage
Dose depends on blood pressure response, kidney function and the prescribed combination strength
How to Take
Usually taken once daily, with or without food, preferably at the same time each day
How It Works
Telmisartan blocks angiotensin II to relax blood vessels, while hydrochlorothiazide increases sodium and water excretion
Monitoring
Blood pressure, kidney function, potassium, sodium and other electrolytes may require monitoring
Important
Do not change the dose or stop treatment without medical advice
🧪 Electrolyte Warning:
Hydrochlorothiazide may lower sodium and potassium levels, while telmisartan may increase potassium in some patients. Blood tests may be recommended to monitor electrolytes and kidney function.
Hydrochlorothiazide may lower sodium and potassium levels, while telmisartan may increase potassium in some patients. Blood tests may be recommended to monitor electrolytes and kidney function.
🩺 Kidney Function Warning:
Telmisartan can affect kidney function in susceptible patients, particularly during dehydration or when certain medicines are used together. Kidney function should be monitored when clinically appropriate.
Telmisartan can affect kidney function in susceptible patients, particularly during dehydration or when certain medicines are used together. Kidney function should be monitored when clinically appropriate.
⚠️ 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.
💧 Dehydration & Low BP Warning:
Hydrochlorothiazide increases urine production. Excessive fluid loss may cause dehydration, dizziness or low blood pressure, especially during vomiting, diarrhea or hot weather.
Hydrochlorothiazide increases urine production. Excessive fluid loss may cause dehydration, dizziness or low blood pressure, especially during vomiting, diarrhea or hot weather.
🤰 Pregnancy Warning:
Telmisartan should not be used during pregnancy because medicines that block the renin-angiotensin system can cause serious fetal harm. Contact your doctor immediately if pregnancy occurs.
Telmisartan should not be used during pregnancy because medicines that block the renin-angiotensin system can cause serious fetal harm. Contact your doctor immediately if pregnancy occurs.