Nebivolol + Telmisartan

Expert Advice

Dosage Forms Available

• Nebivolol + Telmisartan is available as an oral medication in the form of tablets.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This combination is intended for use in adults only.

Contraindications

• Nebivolol + Telmisartan is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to either nebivolol or telmisartan.

• It is also contraindicated in patients suffering from severe bradycardia, heart block greater than first degree, cardiogenic shock, decompensated cardiac failure, or severe hepatic impairment.

Other Medications to Avoid

• Nebivolol + Telmisartan can interact with other blood pressure-lowering medicines (such as amlodipine, lisinopril), medications affecting kidney function (such as NSAIDs like ibuprofen), and medications affecting liver enzymes (such as ketoconazole, rifampin). They may also interact with other antihypertensive medicines (such as losartan, metoprolol) and medications affecting electrolytes (such as spironolactone, hydrochlorothiazide).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of Nebivolol + Telmisartan may result in severe hypotension, bradycardia, heart block, heart failure, and cardiogenic shock. If these symptoms occur, seek immediate medical attention.

• If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it is nearing the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not double up on doses to make up for a missed one.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects of Nebivolol + Telmisartan are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• If you experience dizziness or fatigue after taking this medication, try resting and lying down.

• If you experience nausea or diarrhoea, ensure you stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• Nebivolol + Telmisartan may cause dizziness or fatigue. If these symptoms occur, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you feel alert and safe to do so.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• Nebivolol + Telmisartan is not recommended for use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Always consult your doctor before using this medication if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Caution should be exercised when taking Nebivolol + Telmisartan if you have a history of heart diseases, bronchospastic diseases, peripheral vascular disease, diabetes, or severe liver impairment.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Maintain a healthy diet low in salt to help manage high blood pressure.

• Regular physical activity can also help lower and manage your blood pressure.

• Avoid smoking and limit alcohol consumption as these can raise your blood pressure.

• Regularly monitor your blood pressure to track the effectiveness of your medication and lifestyle changes.

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