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Telmisartan + Rosuvastatin
INFORMATION ABOUT TELMISARTAN + ROSUVASTATIN
Telmisartan + Rosuvastatin Uses
Telmisartan+Rosuvastatin is used in the treatment of high blood pressure with high cholesterol.
How Telmisartan + Rosuvastatin works
Telmisartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It works by blocking the hormone angiotensin thereby relaxing blood vessels and lowering blood pressure. Rosuvastatin is a lipid-lowering medication (statin). It works by blocking an enzyme (HMG-CoA-reductase) that is required in the body to make cholesterol. It thus lowers "bad" cholesterol (LDL), triglycerides and raises "good" cholesterol (HDL).
Common side effects of Telmisartan + Rosuvastatin
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
Nausea, Constipation, Stomach pain, Headache, Weakness, Dizziness, Muscle pain, Increased potassium level in blood, Increased glucose level in blood, Increased liver enzymes
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Written By
Dr. Anuj Saini
MMST, MBBS
Reviewed By
Dr. Rajeev Sharma
MBA, MBBS
Last updated
29 Aug 2024 | 09:43 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Telmisartan + Rosuvastatin
- Telmisartan + Rosuvastatin treats high blood pressure that is also associated with high cholesterol levels.
- Together they lower your risk of heart attack and stroke.
- Take it in addition to regular exercise and low-fat diet.
- It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
- It may cause the level of potassium in blood to go up. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.
- Inform your doctor if you experience muscle symptoms (pain or weakness), particularly if you have fever, a sick feeling or dark urine.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.