Telma-R 5 Tablet

Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia, MDS, BDS

Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:09 AM (IST)

Telma-R 5 Tablet is a medicine used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It is a combination of two medicines that helps to control blood pressure when a single medication is not effective. It helps to reduce the chances of any future heart attack and stroke.

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General Information

Contains

Telmisartan (40mg)+ Ramipril (5mg)

Marketer

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

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Product introduction

You can take Telma-R 5 Tablet at any time of day, with or without food, but it is best to take it at the same time each day. Keep taking it for as long as advised by your doctor. Even if you feel well, do not stop this medicine on your own because high blood pressure often has no symptoms. If you stop taking it, your condition may get worse. Keeping active with regular exercise, reducing your weight and eating a healthy diet will also help control your blood pressure. Follow your doctor’s advice while taking this medicine.

Nausea, taste change, stomach pain, and diarrhea are some common side effects of this medicine. Consult your doctor If any of these bother you, or get worse, or do not go away. Usually, it may increases the level of potassium level in the blood. Hence, it is advised to avoid potassium rich food or supplements. If you experience dizziness, rise slowly from sitting position or avoid driving.

Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. You also need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions. You should have your blood pressure checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly.

Uses of Telma-R Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Benefits of Telma-R Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Telma-R 5 Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. This lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or kidney problems in the future. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. You should take it regularly as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.

Side effects of Telma-R Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Telma-R

Nausea
Taste change
Stomach pain
Diarrhea
Headache
Indigestion
Dizziness
Weakness
Cough
Increased potassium level in blood
Decreased blood pressure

How to use Telma-R Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Telma-R 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Telma-R Tablet works

Telma-R 5 Tablet is a combination of two medicines:.

All substitutes for Telma-R 5 Tablet

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Telma-R 5 Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure.
Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes and heart attacks.
It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
It may cause the level of potassium in blood to go up. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.
It can be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take it during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Tell your doctor if you become pregnant while taking Telma-R 5 Tablet.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Telma-R 5 Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Telma-R 5 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Telma-R 5 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Telma-R 5 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Telma-R 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Telma-R 5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for dose adjustment.

Liver

CAUTION

Telma-R 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Telma-R 5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.

Frequently asked questions

Can I stop taking Telma-R 5 Tablet if my blood pressure is under control?

No, you should keep taking Telma-R 5 Tablet for as long as your doctor has recommended you to take it. You may need to take it lifelong. Do not stop taking it, even if you feel well or your blood pressure is well controlled since your blood pressure may increase again and your condition may worsen.

Can I take other supplements for controlling my blood pressure along with Telma-R 5 Tablet?

No, you should not take other supplements for controlling blood pressure along with this medicine. Always consult your doctor before taking any other medicine, supplement, or herbals while you are on this medicine.

I am experiencing nausea after starting treatment with Telma-R 5 Tablet. What shall I do?

Nausea is one of the common side effects of this medicine. If you feel really sick, consult your doctor who may reduce the dosage or discontinue the medicine based on the severity of your condition. Do not stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor. Also, eat smaller, more frequent meals to reduce the feeling of nausea. Avoid food that is salty, spicy, fried, or fatty.

What vitals do I need to monitor while taking Telma-R 5 Tablet?

Your doctor will advise you to monitor your heart rate, blood pressure, breathing, and oxygen levels closely while taking this medicine.

I am having trouble remembering to take my medications. Is there anything I can do to help me remember?

In order to avoid missing a dose, use a calendar, pillbox, alarm clock, or cell phone alert to help you remember to take your medication. You may also ask a family member or a friend to remind you or check in with you to be sure you are taking your medication.

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User feedback

Patients taking Telma-R 5 Tablet

Once A Day

73%

Twice A Day

27%

How much was the improvement?

Excellent

100%

What were the side-effects while using Telma-R 5 Tablet?

Cough

100%

Patient concerns

Having high blood pressure of 95/180, with severe headache Dear Sir, Need urgent reply

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Diabetology

Take tab telma AM one tab now and consult with MD physician in near by hospital at the earliest.

Doctor suggested me to take Telma 20 though I have no high blood pressure. I have Secondary dilated cardiomyopathy with global left ventricular wall hypokinaesia. Please advise whether I can contionue this medicine at night while using Eltroxine5o at empty stomach and Clavam625 for some infections in my body.

Dr. Saurabh Arora

Cardiology

If bp permits need to increase telma

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Name: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited, B/2, Mahalaxmi Chambers, 22, Bhulabhai Desai Road, Mumbai – 400 026.

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Country of origin: India

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