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Blutelmi H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet Substitute
Blutelmi H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet Substitute
Verified Ingredients and Effects
Composition:
HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE-12.5MG + TELMISARTAN-40MG
Uses:
Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Medicinal Benefits:
Blutelmi H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet works by relaxing and widening the blood vessels (arteries) making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. It helps to lower high blood pressure thus reduces the chances of future heart attack and stroke. Besides this, it prevents excessive water and electrolytes (like sodium, potassium etc.) from the body through urine that can raise high blood pressure.
FAQs
No, you are advised to inform your doctor and monitor your blood pressure for at least two weeks before stopping the medicine. Depending upon your current blood pressure readings, there is a possibility your doctor may lower your medicine dosage and not recommend to discontinue it.
Yes, Blutelmi H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet can cause ankle swelling in some cases which can be due to oedema (fluid retention). If you feel the swelling is persistent, please inform your doctor.
Blutelmi H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet can be safely taken as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Conditions such as high blood pressure are life-long conditions, and one should not abruptly discontinue it without discussing it with a doctor.
Yes, Blutelmi H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet can cause dizziness. It is advised to avoid driving or operate any heavy machinery while taking Blutelmi H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet. In case you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is advised to rest for some time until you feel better.
You should not take Blutelmi H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet if you have ever had liver disease, kidney failure, glaucoma, high or low levels of magnesium or potassium in your blood, have allergies or asthma, lupus (an autoimmune disease), diabetes, or allergic to penicillin or sulfa drugs, anuria (reduction or absence of urine) and pregnant women in their second or third trimesters. Besides this avoid using Blutelmi H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet (in case of diabetes) with aliskiren (a blood pressure medicine) as it can lead to a life-threatening condition.
In case, you have missed a dose of Blutelmi H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet, you are advised to take it as soon as you remember. However, try not to miss a dose in the first place, if it's time for you to take your next dose, then do not take both the doses together. Take only one dose, taking a double dose of Blutelmi H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet will lead to low blood pressure.
No, it is not recommended to take Blutelmi H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet if you are pregnant as it can cause damage to the unborn baby (may lead to fetal toxicity).
Yes, prolonged intake of Blutelmi H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet can cause an increase in blood potassium level. So, patients taking Blutelmi H 40mg/12.5mg Tablet should avoid taking supplements and food rich in potassium to avoid any unpleasant side-effect.