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FAQs About MERILINE 500MG INJECTION
Q: What are the uses of MERILINE 500MG INJECTION?
A: MERILINE 500MG INJECTION is used to manage hypertension in adults. It can also be used to manage angina.
Q: What type of a medicine is MERILINE 500MG INJECTION?
A: MERILINE 500MG INJECTION is an antihypertensive medicine. It is a combination of two medicines namely amlodipine and telmisartan. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker and telmisartan is an angiotensin-II receptor blocker. They both reduce strain on the heart, relaxes blood vessels and makes the heart to pump more blood with lesser force.
Q: What happens when I stop taking MERILINE 500MG INJECTION?
A: Do not stop taking MERILINE 500MG INJECTION without consulting your doctor as your blood pressure may raise again. Make sure to take MERILINE 500MG INJECTION for the stipulated duration recommended by your doctor to achieve maximum results.
Q: What is the best time to take MERILINE 500MG INJECTION?
A: MERILINE 500MG INJECTION can be taken with or without meals. Your doctor will decide the best time for you to take MERILINE 500MG INJECTION based on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Q: What precautions should be followed while taking MERILINE 500MG INJECTION
A: Before taking MERILINE 500MG INJECTION inform your doctor if you have any heart, liver or kidney problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have diabetes, low blood pressure volume or are severely dehydrated. Stop taking MERILINE 500MG INJECTION and consult your doctor immediately if you become pregnant. Regularly visit your doctor and take all the necessary blood test recommended by your doctor without fail.
Q: Can I consume alcohol while taking MERILINE 500MG INJECTION?
A: Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking MERILINE 500MG INJECTION as it might make you feel dizzier and drowsier.
Q: What happens if I accidentally take more MERILINE 500MG INJECTION?
A: If you or anyone else accidentally took more MERILINE 500MG INJECTION, consult your doctor immediately. Overdosage may cause low blood pressure, abnormal heartbeat, fainting, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting or confusion.
Q: Can I take MERILINE 500MG INJECTION daily?
A: Take MERILINE 500MG INJECTION as advised by your physician. Your doctor will evaluate your health condition and suggests whether can you take MERILINE 500MG INJECTION every day or not.
Q: Is MERILINE 500MG INJECTION safe to use in diabetic patients?
A: MERILINE 500MG INJECTION may alter the blood sugar levels in your body. Therefore, it is necessary to inform your doctor if you have diabetes before taking MERILINE 500MG INJECTION as a precaution. Your doctor will closely monitor your blood sugar levels to avoid the risk of side effects.
Q: What are the side effects of MERILINE 500MG INJECTION?
A: The most common side effects of taking MERILINE 500MG INJECTION are low blood pressure, dizziness, tiredness, headache, sleepiness, swollen ankles, and flushing. Contact your doctor if any of these side effect worsens.
Q: Can I stop taking MERILINE 500MG INJECTION once my symptoms subside?
A: No. Do not stop taking MERILINE 500MG INJECTION without consulting your doctor. Therefore, take MERILINE 500MG INJECTION as advised by your doctor for the stipulated duration. Premature discontinuation of therapy may increase your blood pressure once again.
Q: Can MERILINE 500MG INJECTION be taken during pregnancy?
A: MERILINE 500MG INJECTION is not recommended for use in pregnant women as it may cause serious harm to the growing fetus. Therefore, inform your doctor before taking MERILINE 500MG INJECTION if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or planning to have a baby. If you become pregnant while undergoing therapy with MERILINE 500MG INJECTION, stop taking it and consult your doctor immediately.
Q: Is MERILINE 500MG INJECTION safe to use in patients with kidney disease?
A: MERILINE 500MG INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases (such as those having renal artery stenosis, kidney transplant or in those undergoing haemodialysis). Your doctor will access your health condition and suggest a suitable dose for you. Therefore, it is important to inform your doctor if you have any kidney problems before taking MERILINE 500MG INJECTION as a precaution.
Q: Can the use of MERILINE 500MG INJECTION affect the liver?
A: Yes. MERILINE 500MG INJECTION may affect the way your liver work. It can elevate the levels of certain liver enzymes in your body. Therefore, it is strictly not recommended for use in patients with severe liver diseases. It should be used with caution in patients with other minor liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking it.
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