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What is Telmisartan-Amlodipine: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated Jan 13, 2021  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

Telmisartan-Amlodipine overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • Twynsta

Generic Names:

  • Telmisartan-Amlodipine

Uses:

  • Treats high blood pressure. This medicine contains an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and a calcium channel blocker (CCB).

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Antihypertensive

Forms:

  • Tablet

How it’s taken:

  • By mouth

What is Telmisartan-Amlodipine used for?

Telmisartan-Amlodipine is a combination medicine that comes in tablet form. It is used to treat high blood pressure. It works by keeping blood vessels from narrowing, this lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow. You should not use Telmisartan-Amlodipine if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Common side effects may include swelling in your hands and feet, fast or pounding heartbeats, dizziness, drowsiness and nausea.

What form(s) does Telmisartan-Amlodipine come in

  • Tablet

What are common Telmisartan-Amlodipine doses?

  • Tablet 40-5MG

  • Tablet 80-5MG

  • Tablet 80-10MG

  • Tablet 40-10MG

Common Telmisartan-Amlodipine prescriptions

  • Telmisartan-amLODIPine
    40-10mg tablet

  • Telmisartan-amLODIPine
    40-5mg tablet

  • Telmisartan-amLODIPine
    80-10mg tablet

  • Telmisartan-amLODIPine
    80-5mg tablet

How to take Telmisartan-Amlodipine

  • Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.

  • This medicine works best when you take it at the same time every day and do not miss any doses.

  • Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

  • Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

  • Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not remove a tablet from the blister pack until you are ready to take your medicine.

  • Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

  • Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.

  • This medicine works best when you take it at the same time every day and do not miss any doses.

  • Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not remove a tablet from the blister pack until you are ready to take your medicine.

  • Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

Telmisartan-Amlodipine contraindications

  • This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to telmisartan or amlodipine, or if you are pregnant.

Telmisartan-Amlodipine warnings

  • It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.

  • Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, or if you have kidney problems, liver disease, angina, heart failure, heart or blood vessel problems, or a recent heart attack.

  • This medicine may cause the following problems:Increased risk of heart attack or anginaHigh levels of potassium in the bloodKidney problems

  • This medicine could lower your blood pressure too much, especially when you first use it or if you are dehydrated. Stand or sit up slowly if you feel lightheaded or dizzy. Do not drive or do anything that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.

  • Do not stop using this medicine without asking your doctor, even if you feel well. This medicine will not cure your high blood pressure, but it will help keep it in the normal range. You may have to take blood pressure medicine for the rest of your life.

  • Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Telmisartan-Amlodipine interactions

  • Do not use this medicine together with aliskiren if you have diabetes.

  • Some foods and medicines can affect how telmisartan/amlodipine works. Tell your doctor knows if you are using any of the following:Aliskiren, digoxin, diltiazem, lithium, ritonavir, simvastatin, St John's wortOther blood pressure medicine, including ramipril or other ACE inhibitorsDiuretic (water pill)Medicine that weakens your immune system (including cyclosporine, tacrolimus)Medicine to treat an infection (including itraconazole, ketoconazole, rifampicin)Medicine to treat seizures (including carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone)NSAID pain or arthritis medicine (including aspirin, celecoxib, diclofenac, ibuprofen, naproxen)

  • Ask your doctor before you use any medicine, supplement, or salt substitute that contains potassium.

  • This medicine could lower your blood pressure too much, especially when you first use it or if you are dehydrated. Stand or sit up slowly if you feel lightheaded or dizzy. Do not drive or do anything that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.

  • Do not stop using this medicine without asking your doctor, even if you feel well. This medicine will not cure your high blood pressure, but it will help keep it in the normal range. You may have to take blood pressure medicine for the rest of your life.

  • Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Telmisartan-Amlodipine side effects

Serious Side Effects

  • Chest pain that may spread, trouble breathing, nausea, unusual sweating

  • Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing

  • Confusion, weakness, uneven heartbeat, trouble breathing, numbness or tingling in your hands, feet, or lips

  • Rapid weight gain, swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet

  • Fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat

  • Change in how much or how often you urinate

  • Lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting

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