Question 1

Can I stop taking Telma H 40 tablet on my own?

Accepted Answer

Do not suddenly stop taking Telma H 40 tablet without talking to your doctor. If you stop this medication abruptly, you can suffer from severe heart and blood pressure related problems. Your doctor will decrease your dose gradually over weeks before stopping it.

Question 2

What should I do if I experience an episode of low blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

If you are taking Telma H 40 tablet, in the initial few days, you may experience low blood pressure episodes such as lightheadedness and giddiness. Take an adequate amount of water. Inform your doctor if you have vomiting, diarrhoea or dehydration. If you experience giddiness or lightheadedness, immediately lie down.

Question 3

Which is better - Telma 40 tablet or Telma H 40 tablet?

Accepted Answer

Telma 40 tablet contains telmisartan whereas Telma H 40 tablet contains a combination of telmisartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Both of these are used to treat high blood pressure, but Telma H 40 tablet is mostly used when telmisartan alone cannot control the blood pressure. You should consult your doctor; he/she will prescribe a medicine best suited for your condition.

Question 4

Does Telma H tablet contain losartan?

Accepted Answer

No, Telma H 40 tablet does not contain losartan.

Question 5

Is Telma H and Telkonol H the same medicine?

Accepted Answer

Yes, both medicines contain a combination of telmisartan and hydrochlorothiazide as their active ingredients.

Question 6

Is Telma H a diuretic?

Accepted Answer

Telma H contains hydrochlorothiazide as one of its active ingredients, which belongs to a diuretic class of medicines.

Question 7

When should I take Telma H?

Accepted Answer

You can take this medicine with or without food during the day or at night as advised by your doctor. However, try to take it at the same time each day to get the maximum benefit.

Question 8

What is the difference between Telma-H tablets and Telma-AM?

Accepted Answer

Both Telma-H and Telma-AM are medicines to control high blood pressure but vary in their composition. Telma-H contains telmisartan and hydrochlorothiazide, whereas Telma-AM contains telmisartan and amlodipine. Depending on your health condition and disease status doctor will prescribe you either of these. Do not self medicate any of the anti-hypertensive medicines.

Question 9

How long does Telma H take to work?

Accepted Answer

Telma H starts working within an hour after its oral consumption. But it usually takes 2 to 8 weeks to show its full benefit. Hence, it is advised to take it for the prescribed duration. Do not stop the treatment midway even if you feel no symptoms.

Question 10

Can I take Telma H empty stomach?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can take this medicine with or without food or as advised by your doctor. But try to take it regularly at the same time. It will reduce the chances of missing the dose and it will also help you to get optimum results.

Question 11

What is the main use of Telma H 40mg tablet?

Accepted Answer

The main use of Telma H 40mg tablet is to treat high blood pressure.

Question 12

How does Telma H 40mg tablet work?

Accepted Answer

Telma H 40mg tablet works by relaxing blood vessels and removing excess fluid from the body, which helps to lower blood pressure.

Question 13

What are the active ingredients in Telma H 40mg tablet?

Accepted Answer

The active ingredients in Telma H 40mg tablet are Telmisartan, Hydrochlorothiazide and Lisinopril.

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