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FAQs About TELISTA AM
Q: What are the uses of TELISTA AM?
A: TELISTA AM is used to manage hypertension in adults. It can also be used to manage angina.
Q: What type of a medicine is TELISTA AM?
A: TELISTA AM 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 TELISTA AM?
A: Do not stop taking TELISTA AM without consulting your doctor as your blood pressure may raise again. Make sure to take TELISTA AM for the stipulated duration recommended by your doctor to achieve maximum results.
Q: What is the best time to take TELISTA AM?
A: TELISTA AM can be taken with or without meals. Your doctor will decide the best time for you to take TELISTA AM based on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Q: What precautions should be followed while taking TELISTA AM
A: Before taking TELISTA AM 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 TELISTA AM 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 TELISTA AM?
A: Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking TELISTA AM as it might make you feel dizzier and drowsier.
Q: What happens if I accidentally take more TELISTA AM?
A: If you or anyone else accidentally took more TELISTA AM, consult your doctor immediately. Overdosage may cause low blood pressure, abnormal heartbeat, fainting, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting or confusion.
Q: Can I take TELISTA AM daily?
A: Take TELISTA AM as advised by your physician. Your doctor will evaluate your health condition and suggests whether can you take TELISTA AM every day or not.
Q: Is TELISTA AM safe to use in diabetic patients?
A: TELISTA AM may alter the blood sugar levels in your body. Therefore, it is necessary to inform your doctor if you have diabetes before taking TELISTA AM 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 TELISTA AM?
A: The most common side effects of taking TELISTA AM 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 TELISTA AM once my symptoms subside?
A: No. Do not stop taking TELISTA AM without consulting your doctor. Therefore, take TELISTA AM as advised by your doctor for the stipulated duration. Premature discontinuation of therapy may increase your blood pressure once again.
Q: Can TELISTA AM be taken during pregnancy?
A: TELISTA AM is not recommended for use in pregnant women as it may cause serious harm to the growing fetus. Therefore, inform your doctor before taking TELISTA AM if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or planning to have a baby. If you become pregnant while undergoing therapy with TELISTA AM, stop taking it and consult your doctor immediately.
Q: Is TELISTA AM safe to use in patients with kidney disease?
A: TELISTA AM 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 TELISTA AM as a precaution.
Q: Can the use of TELISTA AM affect the liver?
A: Yes. TELISTA AM 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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