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Telhim Am Information

Telhim Am is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Telhim Am have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Telhim Am depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Telhim Am also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Dizziness, Palpitations (fluttering in chest). Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Telhim Am can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Telhim Am are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Telhim Am's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Telhim Am has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Telhim Am related warnings section.

Telhim Am is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Angioedema are examples of such conditions.

Drug interactions for Telhim Am have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Telhim Am is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Telhim Am Benefits & Uses
Telhim Am Dosage & How to Take
Telhim Am Side Effects
Telhim Am Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Telhim Am with Other Drugs
Telhim Am Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Telhim Am
Telhim Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Telhim Am Benefits & Uses

Telhim Am is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Telhim Am Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength amlodipine 5 mg and telmisartan 40 mg
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength amlodipine 5 mg and telmisartan 40 mg

Telhim Am Related Warnings

Is the use of Telhim Am safe for pregnant women?

Telhim Am should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Telhim Am safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Telhim Am. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Telhim Am on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Telhim Am. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Telhim Am on the Liver?

Telhim Am can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Telhim Am on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Telhim Am. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Telhim Am with Other Drugs

Telhim Am should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Itraconazole

Carbamazepine

Moderate

Insulin Aspart

Telhim Am Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Telhim Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Angioedema

Frequently asked Questions about Telhim Am

Is this Telhim Am habit forming or addictive?

Telhim Am does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Telhim Am as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Telhim Am is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Telhim Am is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Telhim Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Telhim Am

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Telhim Am, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Telhim Am

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Telhim Am with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Telhim Am

Question over 5 years ago

Does Telhim Am cause weight gain?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

No, Telhim Am does not cause weight gain. Weight gain has rarely been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight gain and you are in doubt that Telhim Am is causing weight gain then discuss with your doctor instantly.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Telhim Am cause hyperkalemia?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Telhim Am causes hyperkalemia (high amount of potassium in the blood). Therefore, monitoring of blood potassium levels is important during Telhim Am therapy.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Telhim Am?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Telhim Am is available in the form of tablets. A tablet is usually taken once a day, with or without food because food affects the absorption of this drug. It should be taken at exactly the same time every time to avoid skipping the dose. Telhim Am might start showing the effects between 2 to 4 weeks, therefore, it is important to continue taking it even when you feel well. One should take Telhim Am exactly as prescribed by their doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Telhim Am cause hyponatremia?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Telhim Am causes hyponatremia (low level of sodium in the blood). Treatment with telmisartan might call for a regular blood monitoring for checking sodium levels.