Telkonol Ct 40/12.5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

Telkonolct CT tablet is a combined medicine containing telmisartan and chlorthalidone. It is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) when a single medication is not enough to control it. Telmisartan, an angiotensin II receptor blocker, works by inhibiting a hormone that constricts blood vessels, allowing them to relax and thereby lowering blood pressure.

Chlorthalidone, a diuretic, increases the excretion of salt and water through urine, which helps decrease fluid volume and subsequently reduces blood pressure. High blood pressure, if left untreated, can lead to serious complications such as a heart attack, stroke, kidney disease, and damage to other organs. Telkonolct CT tablet helps control blood pressure and reduces the risk of these complications.

It is important to take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor and not to stop it suddenly, even if you start to feel better. Stopping medication abruptly can cause your blood pressure to rise again, increasing the risk of health problems. Along with taking Telkonolct CT tablet, adopting a healthy lifestyle is vital for blood pressure management.

This includes eating a diet low in salt and fat, maintaining a healthy weight, exercising regularly (for example, 30 minutes a day), avoiding smoking, and limiting alcohol intake. These lifestyle changes, together with your medication, can significantly improve blood pressure control and your overall heart health. Telkonolct CT tablets should be taken whole with plenty of water, with or without food, as advised by your doctor.

It is essential to inform your healthcare provider about any other medications, supplements, or herbal products you are using to prevent potential interactions. Particular care is needed if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have pre-existing liver or kidney conditions. Regular checks of your blood pressure and follow-up appointments with your doctor are necessary to ensure the effectiveness and safety of the medication.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose may include irregular heart rhythms, dizziness, electrolyte imbalance, nausea, weakness and vomiting. If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

Missing a dose of antihypertensives may lead to high blood pressure and other heart-related complications. Thus, if you have missed any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• A hormone called angiotensin is responsible for the narrowing of blood vessels and rise in blood pressure. Telmisartan lowers blood pressure by blocking the action of angiotensin.
• Chlorthalidone acts by increasing the loss of water and salt from the body, thus resulting in increased production of urine, thereby lowering the blood pressure.

Directions for Use

Telkonolct CT tablet should be consumed whole with a sufficient amount of water, with or without food. Never stop this medicine on your own. Take this medicine as advised by your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Telkonolct Tablet during pregnancy?

Telkonolct Tablet should never be taken during pregnancy, as it may cause harm to the foetus and result in foetal abnormalities. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or you are planning pregnancy.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Telkonolct Tablet while breastfeeding?

There is limited information about the effect of Telkonolct Tablet on breastfeeding. Thus, you should inform your doctor if you are a nursing mother. Your doctor might suggest an alternative medicine or ask you to stop breastfeeding while on this medicine after analysing the need.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Telkonolct Tablet?

You may experience dizziness and drowsiness after taking this medicine which hampers your driving abilities. Thus it is advised to avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Telkonol Ct 40/12.5mg Strip Of 10 Tablets?

Alcohol along with Telkonolct Tablet may result in additive blood pressure-lowering effect. It also increases the side effect of this medicine. Talk to your doctor for more information.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have liver or kidney disease.
• You experience fainting or giddiness, a sign of decreased blood pressure, so lie down on the bed for some time. Once you feel fine, get up slowly.
• You have an increased level of potassium in the blood or are on any potassium supplements.
• You are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, this medicine will be changed.
• You are diabetic and on aliskiren, an anti-hypertensive medicine to control blood pressure.
• You experience undesired symptoms after taking this medicine.
• Telkonolct CT tablet should not be used in children below 18 years of age.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to telmisartan, chlorthalidone or any of the ingredients of Telkonolct CT tablet.
• If you are allergic to antibiotics like sulfasalazine, sulfisoxazole, etc.
• If you feel difficulty in passing urine or passing no urine at all (anuria).
• If you have diabetes or a kidney problem and you are taking medicine for lowering the blood pressure like aliskiren.

Side effects

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Lack of energy
• Coughing
• Nausea
• Fatigue
• Weakness
• Swelling of lower limb

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Telkonolct CT tablet works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbal products you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
• Especially if you are taking medicines to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, high cholesterol levels, blood thinners, anti-infectives, anti-diabetics, anti-asthmatics, painkillers, immunomodulatory medicines, or medicines for brain-related disorders.
• Medicines used for heart failure, such as digoxin, should be used cautiously.
• You may experience low blood sugar if you are taking medicine for diabetes, like insulin or metformin, along with this medicine.

Storage and disposal

• Store it below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Protect it from sunlight and moisture.
• Keep out of sight and reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Are there any dietary restrictions I should follow as I have high blood pressure?

• Limit the intake of salt in the diet, especially pickles and packaged foods like chips contain excess salt and should be avoided.
• Have less amount of potassium-containing foods like spinach, broccoli or banana.
• Limit meat intake.
• Instead of having packaged snacks, prefer fresh-cut fruits as they are rich in vitamins and fibre.

Can I stop Telkonolct Tablet if I experience more side effects?

No, you should never stop taking Telkonolct Tablet without consulting your doctor. Talk to your doctor about all the side effects, so he can suggest you some alternative medicine.

Why do I experience frequent urination after taking Telkonolct Tablet?

The excess of fluid built up or accumulated in the body gets eliminated via urine, thereby lowering your blood pressure and provide relief from oedema.

Can Telkonolct CT tablet affect my blood sugar levels?

Yes, if you are diabetic and taking medicines like insulin or metformin, Telkonolct CT tablet may cause a drop in your blood sugar levels. It is important to regularly monitor your blood sugar and inform your doctor so they can adjust your medication if needed.

What should I do if I miss a dose of Telkonolct CT tablet?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue with your regular schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed one, as this can lead to an overdose and increase the risk of side effects.