Too much sweating, diarrhea, or vomiting may cause you to feel lightheaded. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis). Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Alcohol or marijuana ( cannabis) can make you more dizzy.
Talk to your pharmacist for more details.īefore using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: liver disease, bile duct blockage, high level of potassium in the blood, dehydration. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-86.īefore taking telmisartan, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it or if you have any other allergies. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-80 or at In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. In the US - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/ tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
Tell your doctor right away if you have any signs of kidney problems such as a change in the amount of urine.Ī very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. Your doctor will check your kidney function while you are taking telmisartan.
Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: fainting, symptoms of a high potassium blood level (such as muscle weakness, slow/irregular heartbeat).Īlthough telmisartan may be used to prevent kidney problems or treat people who have kidney problems, it may also rarely cause serious kidney problems or make them worse. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. To reduce the risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position. If either of these effects lasts or gets worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Dizziness or lightheadedness may occur as your body adjusts to the medication.
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