Telmisartan

The active substance is telmisartan. Other ingredients may include lactose. Check the package leaflet if you have lactose intolerance. 

Side effects may include: 

• Common (1-10%): dizziness, low blood pressure, stomach or bowel complaints 
• Uncommon (0.1-1%): skin rash, itching, tiredness 
• Rare (less than 0.1%): liver problems, kidney problems, serious allergic reactions 

Contact your doctor if you get severe or persistent side effects. 

Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to telmisartan or any of the other ingredients, if you have severe liver problems, a blocked bile duct, or if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Take extra care if you have kidney problems, low blood pressure, dehydration, use potassium supplements, follow a potassium-rich diet, or have diabetes and use aliskiren. It may cause dizziness, especially when standing up or at the start of treatment. Do not drive or use machines if affected. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you use other medicines, especially diuretics, lithium, NSAIDs such as ibuprofen, or other blood pressure medicines. If you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, speak to your doctor. Store below 30°C in the original pack, in a dry place, away from moisture and out of the sight and reach of children.