Uses / Indications: Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Pregnancy interaction: Telkonol AM 40mg/5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Side Effects: Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them Common side effects of Telkonol AM Sleepiness Ankle swelling Headache Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk) Dizziness Tiredness Palpitations Upset stomach Increased potassium level in blood

How to use: Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Telkonol AM 40mg/5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How it works: Telkonol AM 40mg/5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Telmisartan and Amlodipine. Telmisartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker (CCB). They work by relaxing the blood vessels and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Together, they lower blood pressure effectively.