HYTEN-TH TELEMESARTAM + HYDROCHLORIDE
Mode of Actions:
- Telmisartan is used in the treatment of high blood pressure.
- Telmisartan is also used to decrease the chance of heart attack, stroke, or death in people 55 years of age or older who are at high risk for cardiovascular disease.
- Telmisartan is in a class of medications called angiotensin II receptor antagonists.
- It works by blocking the action of certain natural substances that tighten the blood vessels, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently.
- Hydrochlorothiazide is used to treat edema (fluid retention; excess fluid held in body tissues) caused by various medical problems, including heart, kidney, and liver disease and to treat edema caused by using certain medications including estrogen and corticosteroids.
- Hydrochlorothiazide is used alone or in combination with other medications to treat high blood pressure.
Indications:
- High blood pressure is a common condition and when not treated, can cause damage to the brain, heart, blood vessels, kidneys and other parts of the body.
- Damage to these organs may cause heart disease, a heart attack, heart failure, stroke, kidney failure, loss of vision, and other problems. In addition to taking medication, making lifestyle changes will also help to control your blood pressure.
- These changes include eating a diet that is low in fat and salt, maintaining a healthy weight, exercising at least 30 minutes most days, not smoking, and using alcohol in moderation.
- Possess superior safety profile compared to Enalapril in treating hypertensive patients witn mild to moderate kidney failure.
- Blocks the vasoconstrictor and aldersterone secreting effects of angiotension II enzyme. Prime choice for treating primary arterial hypertension. Suitable for Cardio-Diabetic Patients. Reduces arterial blood pressure.
- Hydrochlorothiazide is used to treat edema (fluid retention; excess fluid held in body tissues) caused by various medical problems, including heart, kidney, and liver disease and to treat edema caused by using certain medications including estrogen and corticosteroids.
- Hydrochlorothiazide is in a class of medications called diuretics ('water pills'). It works by causing the kidneys to get rid of unneeded water and salt from the body into the urine.
- These changes include eating a diet that is low in fat and salt, maintaining a healthy weight, exercising at least 30 minutes most days, not smoking, and using alcohol in moderation.
How telmisartan + hydrochlorothiazide works this is a combination of two medicines:
- Telmisartan and hydrochlorothiazide which lower blood pressure effectively. Telmisartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It works by blocking the hormone angiotensin thereby relaxing blood vessels. This allows the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently.
- Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time it also relaxes blood vessels and improves blood flow
Side effects:
Common side effects of telmisartan + hydrochlorothiazide are Dizziness, Altered blood lipids.
