Amlodipine And Telmisartan (Twynsta)
Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that relaxes (widens) blood vessels and improves blood flow.
Telmisartan is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist that keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow.
Amlodipine and telmisartan is a combination medicine used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering blood pressure may lower your risk of a stroke or heart attack.
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uses
What isAmlodipine And Telmisartan (Twynsta)used for?
- Hypertension
- Pre-eclampsia/Eclampsia
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Hypertensive Congestive Heart Failure
- Hypertensive Heart (w/ CHF) and Renal Disease
- Hypertensive Heart (w/o CHF) and Renal Disease
- Hypertensive Renal Disease
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Renovascular Hypertension
- Hypertensive Encephalopathy
- Hypertensive Heart Disease
warnings
What is the most important information I should know aboutAmlodipine And Telmisartan (Twynsta)?
You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to amlodipine (Norvasc) or telmisartan (Micardis).
If you have diabetes,do not use amlodipine and telmisartan together with any medication that contains aliskiren (a blood pressure medicine).
You may also need to avoid taking amlodipine and telmisartan with aliskirenif you have kidney disease.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
- kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis);
- liver disease;
- heart disease;
- an electrolyte imbalance (such as low levels of potassium or magnesium in your blood); or
- if you are on a low-salt diet.
Do not use if you are pregnant, and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.Amlodipine and telmisartan can cause injury or death to the unborn baby if you take the medicine during your second or third trimester.
You should not breast-feed while you are using this medicine.
This medicine is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
Side Effects
What are the side effects ofAmlodipine And Telmisartan (Twynsta)?
Get emergency medical help if you havesigns of an allergic reaction:hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
In rare cases, this medicine can cause a condition that results in the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue, leading to kidney failure. Call your doctor right away if you have unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness especially if you also have fever, unusual tiredness, or dark colored urine.
Call your doctor at once if you have:
- a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;
- shortness of breath (even with mild exertion), swelling, rapid weight gain;
- new or worsened chest pain;
- pounding heartbeats or fluttering in your chest;
- tremors, muscle stiffness or twitching; or
- high potassium--nausea, slow or unusual heart rate, weakness, loss of movement.
Common side effects may include:
- swelling in your hands or feet;
- fast or pounding heartbeats;
- dizziness, drowsiness;
- flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling);
- back pain; or
- nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Can I takeAmlodipine And Telmisartan (Twynsta)if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
Do not use if you are pregnant, and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.Amlodipine and telmisartan can cause injury or death to the unborn baby if you take the medicine during your second or third trimester.
You should not breast-feed while you are using this medicine.
Interactions
What drugs and food should I avoid while takingAmlodipine And Telmisartan (Twynsta)?
Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may feel dizzy.
Do not use potassium supplements or salt substitutes, unless your doctor has told you to.
Dosage Guidelines & Tips
How to takeAmlodipine And Telmisartan (Twynsta)?
UseAmlodipine And Telmisartan (Twynsta)exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
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You may have very low blood pressure while taking this medicine. Call your doctor if you are sick with vomiting or diarrhea, or if you are sweating more than usual.
Your blood pressure will need to be checked often. You may also need frequent blood tests.
Keep using this medicine as directed, even if you feel well.High blood pressure often has no symptoms. You may need to use blood pressure medicine for the rest of your life.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep each tablet in the blister pack until you are ready to take one.
Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose.Do nottake two doses at one time.
Overdose Signs
What happens if I overdose onAmlodipine And Telmisartan (Twynsta)?
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