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Telcure Trio 40 Tablet

Manufactured byHBC LIFESCIENCES PVT LTD
ContainsChlorthalidone (6.25 mg) + Cilnidipine (10 mg) + Telmisartan (40 mg)
Description
Telcure Trio 40 Tablet is a combination of Telmisartan, Cilnidipine and Chlorthalidone. It is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). Telcure Trio 40 Tablet shows common side effects like headache, tiredness, swelling of ankles and change in taste. It may also cause dizziness. Therefore, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying down position. If any of these symptoms persist for a long time or worsen, consult your doctor at the earliest. It is advisable to avoid taking this medicine within four hours of going to bed as it contains a water pill (diuretic), and this will make you urinate more. Telcure Trio 40 Tablet can be taken with food. Take this medicine at the same time every day for ease of remembering. Do not stop this medicine on your own, even if you feel better, as it may worsen your condition. High blood pressure usually does not have symptoms and stopping this medicine on your own may increase the risk of heart attack and stroke. Telcure Trio 40 Tablet can be impacted by other medications. Therefore, discuss all your known medical conditions such as heart, kidney or liver problems, and all the active medications that you may be taking, with your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Telcure Trio 40 Tablet

  • Changes in vision
  • Dizziness
  • Increased heartbeat
  • Difficult or painful urination
  • Diarrhoea
  • Back pain
  • Weakness
  • Muscle pain
  • Fever
  • Shaking of hands or feet
  • Skin Rash
  • Decrease in libido
  • Increased urination frequency
  • Stomach pain
  • Low blood pressure
  • Photosensitivity
  • Constipation
  • Loss of appetite
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Headache

Uses of Telcure Trio 40 Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Hypertension
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time Telcure Trio 40 Tablet takes to show its effect is 2-3 hours.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The average time for which Telcure Trio 40 Tablet stays in your body is unknown.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with Telcure Trio 40 Tablet due to the increased risk of dizziness, fainting, and very low blood pressure levels. It is advised that you do not perform any activity that requires high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    Telcure Trio 40 Tablet has no habit-forming tendencies.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Telcure Trio 40 Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as it may cause oligohydramnios (decrease in the slight yellowish fluid that surrounds the foetus in your womb), decrease in the birth weight of your baby, a prolonged gestation (the time period from conception to delivery), etc.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Telcure Trio 40 Tablet is known to pass into breastmilk. This medicine may decrease milk production in lactating mothers, lower the heart rate (bradycardia) in infants, and also cause dehydration in your infant. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding while on this medication.

Allergy

Do not take Telcure Trio 40 Tablet if you are allergic to any of the contents of the medicine. Seek medical attention if you notice symptoms like a skin rash, swelling (face, lips, tongue, etc.), breathing difficulty, etc.

Aliskiren

It is not recommended to take Telcure Trio 40 Tablet and Aliskiren (used in the treatment of high blood pressure) together as this may lead to kidney damage, high blood pressure and hyperkalemia (high potassium levels in the blood). It may also cause other undesirable effects such as irregular heartbeat, muscle paralysis, heart attack, etc. This risk is especially higher in old people and if you have diabetes and kidney problems.

Anuria

Telcure Trio 40 Tablet is not recommended if you have anuria (a condition where the kidney is unable to produce urine), as it may cause kidney damage and water retention in your body.

Severe kidney disease

Telcure Trio 40 Tablet is excreted through the kidneys. It is not recommended if you have severe kidney problems. This medicine accumulates in the kidneys and can lead to other undesirable effects, thus worsening your condition.

Severe liver disease

Telcure Trio 40 Tablet is absorbed and broken down in the liver. Taking this medication while having liver problems, will further worsen your condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Telcure Trio 40 Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as it may cause oligohydramnios (decrease in the slight yellowish fluid that surrounds the foetus in your womb), decrease in the birth weight of your baby, a prolonged gestation (the time period from conception to delivery), etc.

Breast-feeding

Telcure Trio 40 Tablet is known to pass into breastmilk. This medicine may decrease milk production in lactating mothers, lower the heart rate (bradycardia) in infants, and also cause dehydration in your infant. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding while on this medication.
General warnings

Hyperkalemia

Telcure Trio 40 Tablet may lead to hyperkalemia (increase the potassium levels in your blood). This may cause side effects such as cardiac rhythm irregularities. It is advised to avoid potassium-rich foods (potatoes, bananas) and other medicines that may increase potassium levels (ACE inhibitors and potassium supplements) during treatment with this medicine.

Use in children

Telcure Trio 40 Tablet is not recommended for use in children because the safety and efficacy of its use are not evaluated.

Hypotension

This medicine is not recommended for use if you suffer from hypotension (low blood pressure) as it will further decrease your blood pressure which can be dangerous. Also, if you are taking diuretics (water pills) or are being treated for volume depletion (loss of fluids in the body due to severe diarrhoea/vomiting, burns, kidney problems, etc), this medicine is not suitable for you.

Volume and electrolyte disturbances

Telcure Trio 40 Tablet may alter the blood volume and electrolyte levels. This may cause dizziness, dry mouth, and acid-base imbalance (abnormality in the human body to balance between acid and base). This risk is especially higher if you have kidney or liver problems. Your blood pressure and electrolyte levels will be closely monitored by your doctor while you are on this medication.

Aortic stenosis

Telcure Trio 40 Tablet should be used with extreme caution in people with aortic stenosis (narrowing or blockage of the aortic valve that regulates blood flow between the chambers of your heart) because of increased risk of developing very low blood pressure. You have to closely monitor your blood pressure while you are taking this medicine.

Driving or operating machinery

Use of Telcure Trio 40 Tablet may cause symptoms such as drowsiness, blurred vision, or dizziness. It is advised that you do not perform any activity that requires high mental alertness like driving vehicles or operating heavy machines during treatment with this medicine.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Telcure Trio 40 Tablet as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume at the scheduled time. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact your doctor in case you suspect Telcure Trio 40 Tablet overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with Telcure Trio 40 Tablet due to the increased risk of dizziness, fainting, and very low blood pressure levels. It is advised that you do not perform any activity that requires high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms.
Interaction with Medicine

Carbamazepine

Cisapride

Lithium

Amiodarone

Insulin

Cimetidine

Ziprasidone

Disease interactions

Congestive heart failure

Congestive heart failure is a condition in which your heart does not pump enough blood to meet the demands of your body. Taking Telcure Trio 40 Tablet in this condition may increase the risk of heart attack. Your doctor will closely monitor your heart function while you are taking this medicine.

Cardiogenic shock

Telcure Trio 40 Tablet is not recommended for use in case of a cardiogenic shock (a condition where the heart suddenly stops pumping enough blood to meet the demands of your body) due to the increased risk of a heart attack. The heart function will be closely monitored in such cases.

Diabetes

Telcure Trio 40 Tablet should be used with caution if you have Diabetes mellitus (high blood sugar levels) because of the increased risk of altered blood sugar levels. You will be advised to closely monitor your blood sugar levels while taking this medicine.

Hyperuricemia

Telcure Trio 40 Tablet should be used with caution if you have hyperuricaemia (increased uric acid levels in your blood). This medicine decreases the excretion of uric acid and increases its level in your blood. This in turn affects different organs of your body.

Hyperlipidemia

Telcure Trio 40 Tablet should be used with caution in hyperlipidaemia (high fats and cholesterol in blood) because it worsens the condition. Your doctor will closely monitor of cholesterol and triglyceride levels while you are on treatment with this medication.
Food interactions
Grapefruit juice enhances the absorption of this medicine in your body, thus increasing its level in your blood. This may lead to side effects such as dizziness, headache, swelling of hands and feet, etc.
Lab interactions

Urinary vanillylmandelic acid

Inform your doctor about the use of Telcure Trio 40 Tablet if you have been asked to undergo this test for the presence of an adrenal gland tumour. The use of this medicine is likely to give a false value that might be higher than normal.
Take Telcure Trio 40 Tablet with or without food. Do not take in larger amounts than prescribed. It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying down position. This medicine may cause dehydration therefore drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, muscle weakness or very dry mouth. Monitoring of kidney function and electrolytes levels is necessary while taking this medicine. Do not self-medicate or stop taking the medicine on your own unless directed by your doctor. Do not crush, break or chew the tablet.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Telcure Trio 40 Tablet consists of Chlorthalidone, Cilnidipine and Telmisartan. Chlorthalidone works by increasing the excretion of water and sodium from your kidneys. This helps in bringing down the blood pressure as well as reduce swelling (oedema). Cilnidipine and Telmisartan both relax the blood vessels, thus improving blood flow and reducing blood pressure levels. Telcure Trio 40 Tablet is thus effective in reducing blood pressure levels.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Thiazide diuretics, Calcium channel blocking agents, Angiotensin receptor blockers, Antihypertensive combinations

Schedule

Schedule H

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