Azelnidipine+telmisartan belongs to the class of anti-hypertensive drugs primarily used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a medical condition in which the blood pressure is elevated persistently in the arteries. High blood pressure is mostly caused by obesity, diabetes, smoking, high salt intake, stress, lack of physical activity or ageing.
Azelnidipine+telmisartan is composed of Azelnidipine and Telmisartan. Azelnidipine blocks the activity of the calcium channels present in the blood vessels of the heart. As a result, the blood vessels widen, and the blood supply to the heart increases. Thereby lowering the elevated blood pressure and the workload placed on the heart. Telmisartan works by blocking the action of angiotensin receptors, thereby allowing the blood to flow more smoothly and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Together, Azelnidipine+telmisartan helps in treating hypertension.
Take Azelnidipine+telmisartan as prescribed. The doctor will adjust the dose according to your medical condition and response to the treatment. Common side effects of Azelnidipine+telmisartan include dizziness, diarrhoea, headache and nausea. Most of these side effects of Azelnidipine+telmisartan do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
To treat your condition effectually, continue using Azelnidipine+telmisartan for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not use Azelnidipine+telmisartan without a doctor's advice if you are allergic to Azelnidipine+telmisartan or other medicines. Consult your doctor before using Azelnidipine+telmisartan if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption with Azelnidipine+telmisartan as it may increase the risk of adverse effects. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects.
