CompositionTelkonol 20 Tablet 10 is used to manage high blood pressure (hypertension) in adults and to reduce the risk of heart and blood vessel complications. It is a single-ingredient medicine containing telmisartan, from the group of medicines called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs).
This medicine works by relaxing and widening the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily and the heart does not have to work as hard. Keeping blood pressure under control helps lower the risk of stroke, heart attack and long-term heart disease.
Healthy lifestyle changes support blood pressure control alongside this medicine. These include reducing salt in your diet, staying physically active, maintaining a healthy weight and limiting alcohol.
Before starting, tell your doctor about any kidney or liver problems or other medicines you take, and whether you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, as it is not suitable in pregnancy. Your doctor may check your kidney function and potassium levels from time to time, and you should attend regular blood pressure checks.
