Telmisartan + Amlodipine: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan
Telmisartan + Amlodipine is a two-in-one blood pressure medicine. It is a prescription medicine used for high blood pressure. In Pakistan it is available as tablets, made by 10 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.
How Telmisartan + Amlodipine works
Telmisartan blocks angiotensin II so blood vessels relax, and amlodipine widens the arteries by blocking calcium entry into their muscle cells.
What is Telmisartan + Amlodipine used for?
Telmisartan + Amlodipine is used to treat high blood pressure when one medicine alone is not enough, or to replace taking the two medicines separately.
Side effects of Telmisartan + Amlodipine
Common side effects of Telmisartan + Amlodipine include:
- Dizziness
- Swelling of the ankles
- Headache
- Tiredness
Get medical help for fainting or swelling of the face, lips or tongue.
Precautions and warnings
- Take it regularly, even when you feel well.
- Get up slowly, as it can cause dizziness at first.
- Your doctor may check kidney function and potassium levels.
- It must not be used during pregnancy.
Frequently asked questions about Telmisartan + Amlodipine
What is the price of Telmisartan + Amlodipine in Pakistan?
At Medimart, Telmisartan + Amlodipine products currently in stock range from Rs 358 to Rs 1,525 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Nadsar A 40/5mg Tablet at Rs 358. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.Which brands of Telmisartan + Amlodipine are available in Pakistan?
Telmisartan + Amlodipine is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Misar (Highnoon Laboratories Ltd), Telmis (Genix Pharma Ltd), Talam (CCL Pharmaceuticals PTV Ltd Al Qamar), Nadsar (Daneen Pharma Pvt Ltd.), Amtas (Getz Pharma Ltd), Telmipin (Schazoo Laboratories Ltd), Telsarta-a (Pharmevo LIMITED.) and Omsana (Hilton Pharma Ltd), along with 5 more brands listed below.Do I need a prescription for Telmisartan + Amlodipine?
Yes. Telmisartan + Amlodipine is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.
Can Telmisartan + Amlodipine be used during pregnancy?
It must not be used during pregnancy.
Are all Telmisartan + Amlodipine brands the same?
Brands that contain the same amount of Telmisartan + Amlodipine in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.
Telmisartan + Amlodipine brands and prices in Pakistan
Medimart lists 30+ products containing Telmisartan + Amlodipine from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.
