Telista-AM
Telista-AM is a tablet made by Lupin that contains Telmisartan 40 mg + Amlodipine 5 mg. It combines Telmisartan: blood pressure medicine (arb) and Amlodipine: blood pressure medicine (calcium channel blocker).
| Ingredient (salt) | Amount |
|---|---|
| Telmisartan | 40 mg |
| Amlodipine | 5 mg |
Telmisartan
What it is used for
Lowers blood pressure and protects the heart and kidneys.
How it works
An angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It stops the hormone angiotensin II from narrowing blood vessels, which lowers blood pressure and protects the heart and kidneys.
How to take it
Usually 20 to 80 mg once a day at the same time, with or without food. It takes 2 to 4 weeks for the full effect. Keep taking it even if you feel well.
Common side effects
- Dizziness, especially when standing up
- Tiredness
- Raised potassium
Get medical help straight away if
- Swelling of the face, lips or tongue
- Fainting
- Much less urine
- Muscle weakness or irregular heartbeat (high potassium)
Be careful
Not in pregnancy. Can raise potassium; get blood tests as advised.
Other medicines and interactions
Potassium supplements, salt substitutes, spironolactone and NSAIDs raise potassium and kidney risk. Do not combine with an ACE inhibitor or aliskiren. Raises lithium levels.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Must not be used in pregnancy (it harms the baby's kidneys); switch before trying to conceive. Ask your doctor about breastfeeding; other medicines may be preferred.
Amlodipine
What it is used for
Lowers blood pressure and prevents chest pain (angina).
How it works
A calcium channel blocker that relaxes the muscle in artery walls, lowering blood pressure and easing angina.
How to take it
Usually 5 to 10 mg once a day, any time, with or without food.
Common side effects
- Ankle swelling
- Flushing
- Headache
- Tiredness
- Palpitations
Get medical help straight away if
- Chest pain that is worse than usual
- Fainting
- Swollen gums
Be careful
Can cause ankle swelling or flushing.
Other medicines and interactions
Simvastatin above 20 mg should not be combined with it. Clarithromycin, itraconazole and grapefruit juice can raise its level.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Generally avoided in pregnancy unless the doctor decides it is the best choice; nifedipine is the calcium channel blocker most often used. Small amounts pass into breast milk; ask your doctor.
Same composition, other brands (15)
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
Common questions
What is Telista-AM?
Telista-AM is a tablet by Lupin containing Telmisartan 40 mg + Amlodipine 5 mg.
What is Telista-AM used for?
Lowers blood pressure and protects the heart and kidneys. Lowers blood pressure and prevents chest pain (angina).
How should I take Telista-AM?
Usually 20 to 80 mg once a day at the same time, with or without food. It takes 2 to 4 weeks for the full effect. Keep taking it even if you feel well. Usually 5 to 10 mg once a day, any time, with or without food. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.
What are the side effects of Telista-AM?
Common side effects include: Dizziness, especially when standing up, tiredness, raised potassium, Ankle swelling, flushing, headache, tiredness, palpitations. Get medical help straight away for: Swelling of the face, lips or tongue, fainting, much less urine, muscle weakness or irregular heartbeat (high potassium), Chest pain that is worse than usual, fainting, swollen gums.
Does Telista-AM need a prescription?
Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.
Can I take Telista-AM in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Must not be used in pregnancy (it harms the baby's kidneys); switch before trying to conceive. Ask your doctor about breastfeeding; other medicines may be preferred. Generally avoided in pregnancy unless the doctor decides it is the best choice; nifedipine is the calcium channel blocker most often used. Small amounts pass into breast milk; ask your doctor.
What are the substitutes for Telista-AM?
Brands with the same composition: Telma-AM, Telmikind-AM, Telvas-AM, Cresar AM, Amlopres TL, Tazloc-AM, Arbitel-AM, Telmed AM, Eritel-AM, Telsar A, Sartel AM, Stamlo-T. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching.
Sources and further reading
- Telmisartan: NHS · MedlinePlus
- Amlodipine: NHS · MedlinePlus
NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.
Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.
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