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What Are The Side Effects Of Telmisartan?

I have been on BP medication called Erbesartan/htc 150/12.5, I had to come off Telmisartan/HCT in that my Drug plan doesn t cover it. I am experiencing side effects beyond what Telmisartan exhibited been on new drug 7 days. Is there usually an ajustment period to these side effects? SAL
Mon, 22 May 2017
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Hello, my name is Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi. I understand your concern.
Some of the side effects of telmisartan are:
-dizziness,
-lightheadedness,
-blurred vision
-back pain as your body adjusts to the medication.
- stuffy nose,
-sinus pain,
-cough,
-stomach pain
It is normal that when you change a medicine your body may need some time to adapt with the new drug.If you have any serious side effects, such as:
-feeling like you might pass out;
-painful or difficult urination;
-chest pain;
-feeling short of breath, even with mild exertion;
swelling in your hands or feet; or
-high potassium (slow heart rate, weak pulse, muscle weakness, tingly feeling) see a cardiologist to change the drug.
Hope my answer was helpful, if you have any other questions I'll be glad to help, thanks!
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What Are The Side Effects Of Telmisartan?

Hello, my name is Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi. I understand your concern. Some of the side effects of telmisartan are: -dizziness, -lightheadedness, -blurred vision -back pain as your body adjusts to the medication. - stuffy nose, -sinus pain, -cough, -stomach pain It is normal that when you change a medicine your body may need some time to adapt with the new drug.If you have any serious side effects, such as: -feeling like you might pass out; -painful or difficult urination; -chest pain; -feeling short of breath, even with mild exertion; swelling in your hands or feet; or -high potassium (slow heart rate, weak pulse, muscle weakness, tingly feeling) see a cardiologist to change the drug. Hope my answer was helpful, if you have any other questions I ll be glad to help, thanks!