INTRODUCTION ABOUT WELTELMI CT
WELTELMI CT is a combination of Chlorthalidone and Telmisartan which belongs to the group of medicines called Diuretics and Angiotensin II receptor blockers, respectively. It is used to manage essential hypertension (high blood pressure) in affected individuals when monotherapy with chlorthalidone or telmisartan becomes inadequate to control the condition.
It is also used as an initial therapy in patients who are indicated for multiple drug therapy to control high blood pressure.
WELTELMI CT is not recommended for use in patients allergic to chlorthalidone, telmisartan, and/or any sulphonamide derived medicines. It is also not recommended for use in patients suffering from anuria (failure of kidneys to produce urine) and severe liver impairment.
Before taking WELTELMI CT, inform your doctor if you have liver problems (such as mild to moderate hepatic impairment), kidney problems (such as decreased renal function, severe renal impairment, nephrogenic diabetes insipidus), and/or heart problems (such as congestive heart failure).
WELTELMI CT is not recommended for use in during pregnancy and in women planning for pregnancy. It is also not recommended for use in breastfeeding women since it passes through breastmilk.
WELTELMI CT should be used with caution in children and adolescents (aged 6 to 18 years) and in elders (aged 65 years and above). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
The most common side-effects of taking WELTELMI CT are back pain, sore throat, nausea, abdominal pain, indigestion, diarrhoea, and/or headache. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsens.
USES OF WELTELMI CT
- Manage hypertension to lower blood pressure
HOW WELTELMI CT WORKS
WELTELMI CT helps to lower blood pressure, where telmisartan works by blocking angiotensin (hormone responsible for regulating blood pressure and maintaining fluid balance in the body) which leads to relaxation of blood vessels and chlorthalidone works by removing extra water and certain electrolytes from the body which leads to relaxation of blood pressure and improved blood flow thus reducing high blood pressure in affected individuals.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Take WELTELMI CT as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
SIDE EFFECTS OF WELTELMI CT
COMMON
- signs of upper respiratory tract infection such as cough, sore throat, runny nose
- back pain
- sinusitis (sinus infection), pharyngitis (sore throat)
- nausea, abdominal pain, indigestion, diarrhoea
- influenza like symptoms such as cough, sore throat, headaches
- swelling of legs, muscle aches and pain
- headache, dizziness, feeling weak
- coughing
- high blood pressure
- chest pain
- sign of low potassium levels in blood such as constipation, weakness, muscle damage
- signs of hyperuricemia (excess uric acid in blood) such as nausea, vomiting, colicky pain.
- red itchy welts, itchy skin
- impotence
UNCOMMON
- increased sweating, flushing
- allergy, fever, leg pain, general discomfort
- racing heartbeat, fast heartbeat
- sleeplessness, drowsiness, spinning/burning/pickling sensation, involuntary muscle contractions, numbness
- dry mouth
- flatulence, constipation, gastritis (inflammation of stomach), piles, stomach flu, enteritis, acid reflux, nonspecific gastrointestinal disorders
- toothache
- gout (inflammation of joints), high cholesterol, diabetes mellitus
- joint pain, leg cramps
- anxiety, depression, nervousness
- fungal infection, abscess, middle ear infection
- asthma, bronchitis (inflammation of lungs), stuffy nose, shortness of breath, nosebleed
- inflammation of skin, rash
- inflammation of urinary bladder
- abnormal vision, pink eye, ringing in ear, earache
RARE
- signs of rhabdomyolysis (condition marked by breakdown of muscle) such as muscle cramps, feeling tired/weak
- signs of hypercalcemia (high calcium level in blood) such as stomach upset, nausea, vomiting
- hypercalcaemia (elevated calcium levels in blood)
- glycosuria (excess sugar in urine)
- worsening of diabetic metabolic rate
- photosensitization
- jaundice (condition causing yellowish discolouration of skin and eyes)
- irregular heartbeat
- blood abnormalities (such as thrombocytopenia, leucopenia, agranulocytosis and eosinophilia)
- pulmonary oedema (respiratory disorder)
- allergic interstitial nephritis (kidney disorder)
Stop taking WELTELMI CT and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
- signs of hypokalaemia (low potassium level in blood) such as muscular weakness, racing heartbeat, extreme tiredness
- oligohydramnios (disorder of amniotic fluid resulting in decreased amniotic fluid volume)
HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS
Constipation
Try to eat high-fiber foods such as vegetables, cereals, fresh fruit, and drink plenty of water. Involve in regular exercise (going for a daily walk or run) and if this does not help, consult and inform your doctor for receiving alternate managements for constipation.
Diarrhea
Drink lots of fluids, such as water or fruit juice to keep yourself hydrated. Do not consume any medicine on your own without consulting your doctor.
Dizziness Or Drowsiness
Try to rest and get enough sleep. Try to avoid driving or operating any tools or machines while you feel dizzy. Limit consumption of alcohol, as it can aggravate dizziness. Consult and inform your doctor if the symptom worsens.
Headache
If WELTELMI CT causes headache, then take rest and drink plenty of fluids. Try to avoid drinking alcohol. Ask your doctor to recommend a painkiller. Headaches should usually go away after the first week of taking WELTELMI CT. If it lasts more than a week or severe, inform your doctor.
Nausea And Vomiting
Take this medicine with, or just after meals. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oil rich or spicy foods.
Skin Rash Or Itching
Try to pat or tap your skin instead of scratching it. Hold a damp towel to cool your skin. Wear loose clothing and avoid tight clothes, or clothes made from wool or synthetic fabrics. Avoid using perfumed soaps, deodorants or moisturizers and use a skin softener regularly.
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
PREGNANCY
Monitoring required
WELTELMI CT is generally not recommended for use during pregnancy unless it is considered clearly necessary. Management with WELTELMI CT should be discontinued if you get pregnant. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
BREASTFEEDING
Contraindicated
WELTELMI CT is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it may pass through the breast milk. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
KIDNEY
Use with Caution
WELTELMI CT should be used with caution in patients undergoing haemodialysis and in patients with kidney problems such as decreased renal function, severe renal impairment, and nephrogenic diabetes insipidus. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
LIVER
Consult your doctor
WELTELMI CT is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver impairment. It should be taken with caution in patients with liver disease such as mild to moderate hepatic impairment. Consult your doctor before the medicine.
ALLERGY
Contraindicated
Do not take WELTELMI CT if you are allergic to chlorthalidone, telmisartan, any sulphonamide derived medicines, and/or any other ingredients of this medicine.
HEART DISEASE
Use with Caution
WELTELMI CT should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases such as congestive heart failure. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
USE IN PEDIATRICS
Use with Caution
WELTELMI CT should be used with caution in children and adolescents (aged 6 to 18 years). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
USE IN GERIATRICS
Use with Caution
WELTELMI CT should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
OTHERS
WELTELMI CT is not recommended for use if you:
- have anuria (failure of kidneys to produce urine)
INTERACTIONS
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
Before taking WELTELMI CT, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine:
- aliskiren, ramipiril, guanethidine, methyldopa (medicines used to manage high blood pressure)
- digoxin (medicine used to manage heart failure)
- lithium (medicine used to manage mood disorders)
- non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents (medicines used manage pain and inflammation) such as selective COX-2 inhibitors (Ex. celecoxib), indometacin
- anti-diabetics (medicines used to manage high blood sugar) Ex. metformin, glibenclamide, insulin
- anti-cholinergic agents (medicines used to manage nerve disorders) Ex. atropine, biperiden
- calcium salts (used to manage calcium deficiency)
- vitamin D (used to manage Vitamin D deficiency)
- cyclosporin (medicine used to manage organ transplant rejection)
- other antihypertensive drugs (medicines used to manage hypertension) such as β-blockers (acebutolol, atenolol), vasodilators (Ex. benazepril, lisinopril), calcium antagonists (amlodipine, diltiazem), ACE inhibitors (benazepril, captopril)
- cholestyramine (used to lower high cholesterol level in blood)
- corticosteroids (medicines used to manage inflammation) Ex. prednisolone
- beta-2 agonists (used to manage asthma, bronchitis) Ex. salbutamol, terbutaline
- amphotericin (used to manage serious and life-threatening fungal infection)
- carbenoxolone (used to manage acid peptic disease)
- digitalis (used to manage heart conditions)
- allopurinol (used to lower uric acid level in blood)
- amantadine (used to manage Parkinson’s disease)
- diazoxide (used to manage symptoms of low blood sugar)
- cytotoxic agents (medicines used to manage cancer cells from division and metastases) Ex. cyclophosphamide, methotrexate
B. Drug-Food interaction:
Avoid having very strict low-salt diet while taking WELTELMI CT since it may cause undesirable effects.
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of WELTELMI CT, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are low blood pressure, dizziness, fast heart rate, slow heart rate, nausea, sleeplessness, hypovolaemia (low blood volume), and electrolyte imbalances (associated with irregular heartbeat and muscle spasms).
SYNOPSIS
| Drug | : | Chlorthalidone, Telmisartan |
| Pharmacological Category | : | Diuretics, Angiotensin II receptor blockers |
| Therapeutic Indication | : | Hypertension |
| Dosage Forms | : | Tablet |
MORE INFORMATION
- Keep WELTELMI CT out of reach of children
- Store the medicine at a cool, dry place away from the light
| Weight | 18 g |
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