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Telmisartan 40 mg + Chlorthalidone 6.25 mg is a combination medicine used to help control high blood pressure in patients for whom treatment with both ingredients is appropriate. Telmisartan works by blocking angiotensin II receptors, which helps blood vessels relax and reduces resistance to blood flow. Chlorthalidone is a thiazide-like diuretic that helps the kidneys remove excess sodium and water, contributing to lower blood pressure. By working through different mechanisms, the two ingredients may provide complementary blood pressure control. Keeping blood pressure within the range recommended by a healthcare professional can help reduce the long-term risk of complications such as stroke, heart attack, and other cardiovascular problems. Possible side effects include dizziness, light-headedness, increased urination, dehydration, and changes in blood electrolyte levels. Telmisartan may increase potassium levels or affect kidney function in some patients, whereas chlorthalidone may lower potassium or sodium. The risk depends on individual health conditions, other medicines, and treatment response.
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Follow your prescription: Take only the dose recommended by your healthcare professional. Do not change the dose or combine it with another blood pressure medicine without medical advice. Take it consistently: If your prescription specifies once-daily use, take the tablet at approximately the same time each day to help maintain a regular routine. Follow food instructions: Take the medicine with or without food according to the specific product leaflet. Swallow the tablet with water. If you miss a dose: Take it when you remember unless it is nearly time for your next dose. If the next dose is near, skip the missed dose and resume your usual schedule. Do not double the dose. Monitor your blood pressure: Check your readings as advised by your doctor and attend scheduled follow-up appointments. Attend blood tests when advised: Your doctor may monitor kidney function, potassium, sodium, and other electrolytes because both ingredients can affect these measurements. Maintain appropriate hydration: Chlorthalidone increases urine production. Follow your clinician's fluid-intake advice, particularly during hot weather or if you experience vomiting or diarrhoea. Review other medicines: Tell your doctor about all medicines and supplements you use, especially potassium supplements, lithium, other blood pressure medicines, and anti-inflammatory painkillers such as ibuprofen. Do not stop treatment independently: High blood pressure may have no obvious symptoms. Continue treatment unless your healthcare professional advises otherwise. Recognise warning signs: Seek urgent medical help for fainting, severe weakness, an irregular heartbeat, or signs of significant dehydration.
