Telma 20mg Tablet

Telma 20 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and help reduce the risk of serious cardiovascular complications such as heart attack, stroke, heart failure, and kidney damage. It contains Telmisartan, an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) that relaxes and widens blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more easily and reducing the workload on the heart. By effectively controlling blood pressure, Telma helps protect vital organs such as the heart, brain, kidneys, and blood vessels from long-term damage caused by uncontrolled hypertension. Since high blood pressure often causes no noticeable symptoms, regular use is important even if you feel healthy. Telma is commonly prescribed as part of a complete treatment plan that includes reducing salt intake, maintaining a healthy weight, exercising regularly, avoiding smoking, limiting alcohol consumption, and monitoring blood pressure to achieve long-term cardiovascular health and overall well-being.

Telmisartan 20 mg is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) that plays an important role in managing high blood pressure and reducing cardiovascular risk. Angiotensin II is a hormone that causes blood vessels to narrow and increases blood pressure by promoting fluid retention. Telmisartan blocks the action of this hormone, allowing blood vessels to relax and widen, which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow. By reducing the workload on the heart, it helps prevent serious complications such as heart attack, stroke, heart failure, and long-term damage to blood vessels.

Telmisartan also provides kidney protection in suitable patients, particularly those with diabetes and hypertension, by reducing pressure inside the kidneys. Long-term treatment combined with healthy lifestyle habits—including a low-salt diet, regular physical activity, maintaining a healthy weight, avoiding smoking, limiting alcohol intake, and regular blood pressure monitoring—helps maintain stable blood pressure, improves cardiovascular health, and supports better long-term outcomes.

Precaution

• Use only under medical supervision.
• Do not use during pregnancy, especially during the second and third trimesters.
• Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, dehydration, or heart problems.
• Avoid potassium supplements or potassium-containing salt substitutes unless advised.
• Rise slowly from sitting or lying positions if dizziness occurs.
• Regular monitoring of blood pressure, kidney function, and potassium levels may be recommended.

Storage

• Store below 30°C.
• Keep in a cool, dry place.
• Protect from moisture and direct sunlight.
• Keep the medicine in its original packaging.
• Keep out of reach of children.