Fontel-40AM Tablet belongs to the class of anti-hypertensive drugs, primarily used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Hypertension is a medical condition in which blood pressure is elevated persistently in the arteries. It is considered an essential risk factor for cardiovascular diseases. Fontel-40AM Tablet lowers blood pressure by widening and relaxing blood vessels.

Fontel-40AM Tablet is a fixed-dose combination composed of two medicines, namely, Telmisartan and Amlodipine. Telmisartan belongs to a group of drugs called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. It lowers blood pressure and increases blood flow by preventing the narrowing of blood vessels. It is used to lower the chances of stroke, heart attack, and death. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that dilates (widens) blood vessels and increases blood flow. Altogether, it helps to lower high blood pressure, chest pain (angina), and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease.

Fontel-40AM Tablet is available in the form of oral tablets. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. You can take Fontel-40AM Tablet with or without food once a time in a day, as prescribed by the doctor. Do not crush, chew, or break it. Your doctor will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. In some cases, Fontel-40AM Tablet can cause side effects, primarily peripheral oedema (swelling in legs and arms), a common cold, backache, diarrhoea, dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, rashes, and weakness. Most of these side effects of Fontel-40AM Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Fontel-40AM Tablet or any other medicines, please inform your doctor. Before taking Fontel-40AM Tablet , let your doctor know if you have hypersensitivity like anaphylaxis (an allergic reaction which includes rashes, low pulse, and shock) or angioedema (swelling under the skin mostly swelling occurs in the face, tongue, abdomen, legs and arms). Pregnant or breastfeeding women should discontinue this Fontel-40AM Tablet because it can cause injury and death to the developing fetus. Please do not stop taking Fontel-40AM Tablet on your own, as it may lead to the recurrence of symptoms or worsen the condition. Do not consume alcohol with Fontel-40AM Tablet as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Avoid potassium supplements with Fontel-40AM Tablet as it may lead to high potassium levels in the blood.

Fontel-40AM Tablet is an anti-hypertensive drug that treats high blood pressure (hypertension). Fontel-40AM Tablet lowers blood pressure by widening and relaxing blood vessels. Fontel-40AM Tablet consists of two medicines, namely: Telmisartan and Amlodipine. Telmisartan belongs to a group of drugs called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. It lowers blood pressure and increases blood flow by preventing the narrowing of blood vessels. It reduces the chances of stroke, heart attack, and death. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that dilates (widens) blood vessels and increases blood flow. Altogether, it helps to lower high blood pressure, chest pain (angina), and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease.

• Peripheral oedema (swelling in legs and arms)

• Common cold

• Backache

• Diarrhoea

• Dizziness

• Drowsiness

• Confusion

• Rashes

• Weakness

Monitor your blood pressure levels regularly. If you are known to be allergic to Fontel-40AM Tablet or have any kidney or liver problems or severe dehydration, please inform your doctor beforehand. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. It is advised to complete the prescribed course, even if you feel better. Complete the course strictly as suggested by the doctor, even if you feel better, to avoid disease recurrence. Avoid consumption of alcohol with Fontel-40AM Tablet as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Avoid potassium supplements with Fontel-40AM Tablet as they may lead to high potassium levels in the blood.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Fontel-40AM Tablet may interact with other blood pressure treating medicines (ramipril, aliskiren, simvastatin), pain killers (ibuprofen, naproxen), a drug used to treat heart failure and abnormal heart rhythms (digoxin), bipolar disorder medication (lithium), and immunosuppressants (cyclosporine or tacrolimus).

Drug-Food Interactions: Minimize high potassium foods intake and avoid over-the-counter potassium supplements, grapefruit, or juice.

Drug-Disease Interactions: People with diabetes, hyperkalemia (high potassium levels in the blood), low blood pressure, and kidney and liver problems should consult the doctor before taking Fontel-40AM Tablet .

• ALISKIREN
• RAMIPRIL
• IBUPROFEN
• NAPROXEN
• SIMVASTATIN
• DIGOXIN
• LITHIUM
• CYCLOSPORINE
• TACROLIMUS

• Create a well-balanced and healthy diet that includes vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, omega-3-rich foods, and lean protein sources.

• Keep your weight under control with a BMI of 19.5-24.9.

• Avoid chronic stress, as it can raise your blood pressure.

• Spend time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.

• Be mindful of salt; consume no more than 2,300 mg each day.

• Limit or avoid alcohol consumption.

• Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease.

• Keep a check on your daily blood pressure, and if you notice any fluctuations, please consult a doctor. A low salt/sodium diet and regular exercise are recommended along with Fontel-40AM Tablet for effective results.

Hypertension: The blood exerts increased pressure on the walls of blood vessels leading to hypertension. High blood pressure is expressed as systolic/diastolic pressure. Systolic pressure is the pressure in the arteries when the heart beats or pumps out blood. Diastolic pressure is the pressure in the arteries between the heartbeats. Blood pressure is measured in millimetres of mercury (mmHg) by a blood pressure monitor called a sphygmomanometer. Some of the symptoms are headache, dizziness, nosebleeds, altered vision, chest pain, weakness, and shortness of breath. However, most of the time, the signs and symptoms of hypertension are none.