Am-Telsan Tablet 5 / 80mg

About Am-Telsan Tablet 5 / 80mg

Am-Telsan Tablet Uses

• Essential hypertension
• Long term blood pressure control
• Reduced risk of stroke and heart attack linked to high blood pressure

Am-Telsan Tablet Benefits

• Combined mechanisms for stronger blood pressure control
• Once daily dosing for better treatment adherence
• Reduced strain on the heart and blood vessels over time
• A suitable option for patients not controlled on a single antihypertensive

What Experts Say

Amlodipine relaxes blood vessels by blocking calcium entry into vascular smooth muscle cells, while Telmisartan blocks the angiotensin II receptor to prevent blood vessel narrowing. Together these two mechanisms lower blood pressure through complementary pathways in the circulatory system.

Pakistani physicians often prescribe this combination for patients whose blood pressure remains high on a single medicine alone. Using two agents at lower individual doses can improve blood pressure control while reducing the chance of side effects linked to higher doses of either drug alone.

Doctors in Pakistan generally recommend regular blood pressure checks and periodic kidney function tests during treatment with this combination. Lifestyle measures such as reduced salt intake and regular physical activity are usually advised alongside the medicine for better long term results.

Drug Class

• Calcium channel blocker, Amlodipine
• Angiotensin II receptor blocker, Telmisartan

Am-Telsan Tablet 5 / 80mg formula

• Amlodipine 5mg + Telmisartan 80mg

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Am-Telsan Tablet 5 / 80mg?

• Am-Telsan Tablet should be taken once daily at the same time each day.
• The tablet should be swallowed whole with a glass of water.
• This medicine can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.
• Sudden discontinuation should be avoided without medical guidance.
• Blood pressure should be monitored regularly during treatment.

Drug Interactions

• ACE Inhibitors: Kidney problems and high potassium levels are more likely when combined with drugs like Lisinopril.
• Potassium Sparing Diuretics: Blood potassium can rise to unsafe levels when combined with this medicine.
• NSAIDs: The blood pressure lowering effect may be reduced with regular use of painkillers like Ibuprofen.
• Simvastatin: Simvastatin levels may increase with Amlodipine, raising the risk of muscle related side effects.

Risks and warnings

• Low Blood Pressure: Dizziness or fainting is possible, especially after the first dose.
• Kidney Function: Regular monitoring is required in patients with existing kidney impairment.
• Pregnancy Risk: Use during pregnancy is not recommended due to potential harm to the fetus.
• Swelling: Ankle or leg swelling can occur due to the Amlodipine component.
• Potassium Levels: Blood potassium may rise with Telmisartan, requiring periodic monitoring.

Am-Telsan Tablet Side Effects

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Ankle or leg swelling
• Fatigue
• Flushing
• Low blood pressure
• Muscle cramps
• Nausea

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30 degrees Celsius in a dry place.
• Keep the blister strip inside its original carton.
• Protect from moisture and direct sunlight.
• Keep out of reach of children.