Uses / Indications: Before starting Cresar AM Tablet, it is essential to consult your doctor or healthcare provider to ensure it is safe for you and to discuss any possible interactions or warnings.

Drug Interactions

- Other Blood Pressure Medicines: Taking Cresar AM with other blood pressure drugs, antifungal medicines, or antibiotics may cause your blood pressure to drop too much, leading to dizziness or fainting.

- Digoxin: Cresar AM can increase the level of digoxin (a heart medicine) in your blood, so your doctor may monitor your digoxin dose carefully.

- Steroids: Medicines given by injection such as steroids may reduce the blood pressure-lowering effect of Cresar AM.

- Potassium-Containing Products: Combining Cresar AM with potassium supplements, salt substitutes containing potassium, or certain medicines like potassium-sparing diuretics can increase potassium levels in your blood, which may be harmful.

- Brain, Heart, or Muscle Medicines: Inform your doctor if you use medicines for brain disorders, heart problems, cholesterol, pain relief, immune system suppression, or muscle relaxation, as there may be interactions.

Food and Lifestyle Interactions

- Alcohol: Drinking alcohol while taking Cresar AM can increase side effects such as dizziness or drowsiness and may dangerously lower your blood pressure.

- Consistent Diet: Try to take Cresar AM at the same time each day, with or without food, to maintain steady medicine levels.

- Lifestyle Habits: Your doctor might advise changes like a healthy diet, regular exercise, quitting smoking, stress management, and weight control to enhance blood pressure management.

Medical Conditions and Warnings

- Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Cresar AM should not be taken if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, as it can cause severe harm.

- Heart Conditions: Avoid if you have congestive heart failure, unstable heart conditions after a heart attack, or certain heart valve problems.

- Kidney or Liver Problems: Notify your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver impairment, or narrowing of the arteries to your kidneys, as dosage or monitoring may change.

- Allergic Reactions: Do not use if you have had allergic reactions such as swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat caused by similar medicines.

- Driving and Operating Machinery: Cresar AM can cause dizziness or sleepiness; avoid driving or using heavy machinery until you know how it affects you.

- Low Blood Pressure: Be cautious of symptoms like feeling lightheaded or weak, especially when standing up quickly; move slowly to prevent falls.

Following these guidelines and communicating openly with your healthcare provider can help ensure safe and effective use of Cresar AM Tablet.

Product composition:
• Telmisartan(40.0 Mg) Amlodipine(5.0 Mg)

Pregnancy interaction:
• Cresar AM Tablet - 15 is generally considered unsafe for use during pregnancy due to potential severe adverse effects on the developing fetus. It should only be used when absolutely necessary under strict medical supervision.
  
  - Safety during pregnancy: Cresar AM Tablet has a severe risk for pregnant women and is not recommended due to potential harm to the fetus. Animal studies suggest reproductive toxicity at high doses, and human safety data is insufficient. Use during pregnancy is only justified if no safer alternatives exist and if the mother's health condition poses a greater risk than the medication itself.
  
  - Purpose: It is primarily used to manage conditions like hypertension (high blood pressure) and cardiovascular issues. Controlling blood pressure during pregnancy is important but requires safer drug choices.
  
  - Medical supervision importance: Close monitoring by a healthcare professional is essential if Cresar AM is prescribed in pregnancy. Frequent checks of blood pressure and kidney function are necessary. Any side effects such as dizziness, swelling, headache, or abnormal blood pressure should prompt immediate consultation.
  
  - Contraindications: It is contraindicated in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy and should be avoided unless under emergency conditions where benefits outweigh risks.
  
  - Breastfeeding caution: Amlodipine (one component) is excreted in breast milk, and effects on the infant are unknown; decisions on breastfeeding during treatment should be made carefully.
  
  - Side effects: Include dizziness, ankle swelling, low blood pressure, and others that may complicate pregnancy if not managed properly.
  
  In summary, Cresar AM Tablet - 15 should not be taken during pregnancy without strict medical advice due to potential severe risks to both mother and fetus, and its use demands careful medical supervision with regular monitoring.

Expert advice:
• Here is a list of expert advice for patients taking Cresar AM Tablet:
  
  - Administration: Take Cresar AM Tablet as directed by your doctor. It is typically taken once a day, preferably in the morning, to help manage high blood pressure consistently throughout the day.
  
  - Diet and Lifestyle: Maintain a balanced diet and consider reducing sodium intake to enhance the effectiveness of the medication. Regular exercise can also help manage blood pressure, but consult your doctor before starting any new physical activity.
  
  - Alcohol Consumption: Avoid consuming alcohol as it may enhance the blood pressure-lowering effect of Cresar AM, leading to dizziness or other adverse effects.
  
  - Driving and Concentration: Be cautious when driving or operating machinery, as Cresar AM may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Avoid these activities until you understand how the medication affects you.
  
  - Edema Management: If you experience swelling in your ankles or feet, elevate your legs while sitting and consult your doctor if the swelling persists.
  
  - Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Do not take Cresar AM if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding, as it can have severe effects.
  
  - Monitoring Health: Regularly check your blood pressure and report any significant changes to your healthcare provider. Also, monitor for signs of low blood pressure, such as dizziness upon standing.
  
  - Medication Interactions: Inform your doctor about all other medications you are taking, including antifungal drugs, as they may interact with Cresar AM.
  
  - Pre-existing Conditions: If you have kidney or liver problems, diabetes, or heart issues, discuss these with your doctor before starting Cresar AM, as it may require special monitoring or dosage adjustments.
  
  - Emergency Situations: Keep a list of emergency contact numbers and have a plan in place in case of severe side effects or an accidental overdose.

Side Effects:
• Cresar AM Tablet - 15 may cause certain side effects, which are generally manageable but some require immediate medical attention.
  
  Common Side Effects:
  - Dizziness
  - Headache
  - Sleepiness or tiredness
  - Swelling of ankles or feet (edema)
  - Upset stomach or stomachache
  - Redness of the face
  - Back pain
  - Weakness
  - Palpitations (fluttering sensation in the chest)
  - Sudden decrease in blood pressure (feeling lightheaded or weak, especially when standing up)
  
  Serious Side Effects that require medical attention:
  - Severe allergic reactions (rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing)
  - Persistent or worsening ankle or foot swelling
  - Symptoms of very low blood pressure (fainting, extreme dizziness)
  - Chest pain or severe palpitations
  - Signs of electrolyte imbalance, such as muscle cramps or irregular heartbeat
  - Worsening heart problems in patients with existing heart failure
  
  If you experience any of these serious signs, seek medical help promptly. Always discuss any new or worsening symptoms with your healthcare provider.

How to use:
• - Take Cresar AM Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor, typically once daily, at the same time each day for best results.
  - You can take the tablet with or without food, but try to be consistent every day.
  - Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water; do not crush or chew it.
  - If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember on the same day. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
  - Store the tablet in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and keep it out of reach of children and pets.
  - Continue taking the medicine even if you feel well, and do not stop without consulting your doctor.
  - Avoid activities requiring alertness, such as driving, until you know how the medicine affects you, as it may cause dizziness or sleepiness.
  - Regularly monitor your blood pressure and inform your doctor about any side effects or if you have kidney or liver issues.
  - Avoid alcohol as it can increase dizziness or drowsiness when taking this medication.

How it works:
• Cresar AM Tablet helps to lower high blood pressure by relaxing your blood vessels, making it easier for your heart to pump blood and reducing strain on your heart.
  
  Here’s how its two key ingredients work together:
  
  - Telmisartan: This medicine blocks a chemical in your body called angiotensin II, which normally tightens (narrows) blood vessels. By stopping this chemical, telmisartan keeps your blood vessels relaxed and open, lowering your blood pressure and helping your heart pump blood more easily.
  
  - Amlodipine: This ingredient directly relaxes the muscles in the walls of your blood vessels. When these muscles relax, blood vessels widen, which also lowers blood pressure and reduces the effort your heart needs to push blood through your body.
  
  Together, these two medicines in Cresar AM Tablet have a combined effect that is stronger and more effective at controlling high blood pressure than each one would be alone. This helps reduce the risk of serious problems like heart attacks or strokes.

Faq for medicine:
• What is Cresar AM Tablet (15) used for?
  Cresar AM Tablet (15) is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It helps lower blood pressure, which reduces the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other heart-related problems by relaxing blood vessels and improving blood flow.
  
  How should I take Cresar AM Tablet (15)?
  Take Cresar AM Tablet (15) as prescribed by your doctor, usually once daily. It can be taken with or without food but try to take it at the same time each day. Do not stop the medicine even if you feel better, unless your doctor advises you to.
  
  What are the common side effects of Cresar AM Tablet (15)?
  The common side effects include swelling of the ankles or feet (edema), headache, dizziness, tiredness, sleepiness, and upset stomach. If these effects bother you or last long, talk to your doctor.
  
  What should I do if I miss a dose?
  If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed one.
  
  Are there any important precautions or warnings?
  Do not take Cresar AM if you have certain conditions like congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease, or angioedema without consulting your doctor. Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how the medicine affects you, as it can cause dizziness or sleepiness. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult a doctor before use. Inform your doctor about any other medications or health problems like kidney or liver issues.
  
  Can I take Cresar AM Tablet while pregnant or breastfeeding?
  Pregnant women should not take Cresar AM Tablet without doctor's advice due to the risk of severe side effects. Breastfeeding mothers should also consult their doctor before use.

Medicine interaction:
• It is very important to tell your doctor about all the medications, supplements, and foods you are taking before starting Cresar AM Tablet (15), as this helps prevent harmful interactions that might affect how the medicine works or increase side effects.
  
  Here are potential medicine and food interactions to be aware of with Cresar AM Tablet (15):
  
  - Other blood pressure medicines: Taking Cresar AM with other blood pressure drugs can cause your blood pressure to drop too low, increasing the risk of dizziness or fainting.
  
  - Steroids (injection or infusion): Steroids can reduce how well Cresar AM lowers your blood pressure.
  
  - Digoxin (a heart medication): Cresar AM can increase digoxin levels in your blood, which may require close monitoring to avoid toxicity.
  
  - Potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics: These may increase potassium levels in your blood when taken with Cresar AM, potentially causing dangerous heart rhythm problems.
  
  - Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs): Taking NSAIDs like ibuprofen with Cresar AM may reduce its effectiveness and increase the risk of kidney problems.
  
  - Certain antibiotics and antifungal medicines: These can increase the blood pressure-lowering effect of Cresar AM, heightening the risk of low blood pressure.
  
  - Immunosuppressants (e.g., cyclosporin, tacrolimus): May interact, increasing side effects or affecting blood pressure control.
  
  - Alcohol: Drinking alcohol can increase dizziness and enhance the blood pressure-lowering effect of Cresar AM, so it should be limited.
  
  - Grapefruit juice, apple juice, and orange juice: These juices can affect the absorption or metabolism of the medication, so avoid consuming them within 4 hours of taking Cresar AM.
  
  - Herbal supplements: Some herbal products can interact and affect blood pressure or interact with the medicine's action. Always inform your doctor about any supplements you take.
  
  Because Cresar AM contains telmisartan and amlodipine, interactions common to these medications may also happen. Always follow your healthcare provider’s guidance and report any unusual symptoms promptly.