About
The combination of Telmisartan 40 mg and Amlodipine 5 mg is primarily used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). This combination is typically prescribed when a single medication is not sufficient to control blood pressure effectively.
Primary Uses
By effectively lowering blood pressure, this medication helps to:
Manage hypertension (high blood pressure).
Reduce the risk of serious cardiovascular events, including heart attacks and strokes.
Prevent long-term complications such as kidney damage or kidney problems associated with high blood pressure.
How It Works
The medication combines two different classes of drugs to achieve better blood pressure control than either drug alone:
Telmisartan (an angiotensin II receptor blocker, or ARB): This works by blocking a hormone (angiotensin II) that causes blood vessels to narrow. This action helps to relax and widen the blood vessels.
Amlodipine (a calcium channel blocker, or CCB): This prevents calcium from entering the muscle cells in the walls of the blood vessels and heart, which causes them to relax and widen. This improves blood flow and reduces the heart's workload.