Product introduction
Telvas LNC 40mg/10mg/12.5mg Tablet is a three-in-one combination medicine used to manage high blood pressure when one drug alone does not control it well. By bringing raised blood pressure down, it lowers the long-term risk of heart attack and stroke. It is best taken with food and, wherever possible, at the same time each day to keep steady levels in the body and make it easier to remember.
Storage: Store below 30°C.
Uses of Telvas LNC Tablet
- Treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension), especially when a single medicine is not enough
Benefits of Telvas LNC Tablet
This tablet works on several fronts to bring blood pressure under control. It relaxes and widens the blood vessels so blood can move through them with less resistance, and it helps the body clear away excess fluid and salt. Together these actions lower the strain on the heart and reduce the chances of serious problems such as heart attack and stroke. Taking it consistently, even on days you feel completely well, gives the best protection.
Side effects of Telvas LNC Tablet
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Reduced glucose tolerance
- Change in taste
- Ankle swelling
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Tiredness
- Palpitations
- Sleepiness
- Flushing
- Upset stomach
- Altered blood lipid levels
How to use Telvas LNC Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and for the length of time advised by your doctor. Swallow the tablet whole with water; do not chew, crush or break it. It should be taken with or after food.
How Telvas LNC Tablet works
Telvas LNC combines three actions. Telmisartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and cilnidipine is a calcium channel blocker (CCB); both relax and widen blood vessels. Chlorthalidone is a diuretic (water pill) that helps the body remove extra water and salt through urine. The combined effect lowers blood pressure more effectively than any one of them alone.
Substitutes for Telvas LNC Tablet
These medicines have the same composition (Telmisartan + 2 more) and can generally be used as alternatives. Always confirm with your doctor or our pharmacist before switching.
Safety advice
Take care with alcohol while on this medicine, as the combination may lower your blood pressure further and increase dizziness.
This medicine is highly unsafe in pregnancy and can cause serious harm to the developing baby. Tell your doctor at once if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.
It is not recommended while breastfeeding, as available information suggests the drug may pass to the baby and cause harm.
It may reduce your alertness or affect your vision and make you feel sleepy or dizzy, so avoid driving if affected.
Use with caution if you have severe kidney disease; your doctor may need to adjust the dose and monitor your kidney function.
This medicine is not recommended for people with liver disease and is generally best avoided in such cases.
Quick tips
- It is prescribed to control high blood pressure and cut the long-term risk of heart attack and stroke.
- It may make you feel dizzy, so stand up slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- It increases urine output, so try not to take a dose within 4 hours of bedtime.
- Keep taking it regularly even when you feel fine; high blood pressure often has no symptoms.
- Do not use it during pregnancy or while breastfeeding without medical advice.
Fact box
| Chemical class | Angiotensin II Antagonist combined with Antihypertensives |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | CARDIAC |
| Action class | Antihypertensive combination |
Frequently asked questions
Can Telvas LNC cause my blood pressure to drop suddenly?
Yes, a sharp fall in blood pressure can happen, particularly after the first dose or if you are dehydrated or on a low-salt diet. Rise slowly from sitting or lying down and tell your doctor if you feel very lightheaded.
Does it affect potassium levels in the body?
It can disturb the balance of salts such as potassium in some people. Your doctor may order occasional blood tests to keep an eye on these levels.
Why do my ankles swell after taking this tablet?
The cilnidipine component can sometimes cause fluid to collect around the ankles or feet. Let your doctor know if the swelling is troublesome or getting worse.
Can it raise uric acid or trigger gout?
The diuretic in this combination may raise uric acid levels and, in people who are prone to it, this can set off an attack of gout. Mention any joint pain to your doctor.
Which side effects need urgent attention?
Seek medical help promptly for severe dizziness or fainting, chest pain, difficulty breathing, or an irregular heartbeat.