Tekamlo

Name             

Trade Name                             Generic Name

Tekalmo                                   Aliskiren-Amlodipine

Use                  Treat high blood pressure

Action             Aliskiren blocks renin; a hormone/enzyme secreted by the kidney and prevents  constriction of blood vessels.  Blocking these enzymes dilates the blood vessels, reduces the workload upon the heart and lowers the blood pressure.  Amlodipine dilates periperal arteries by working on the vascular smooth muscle.

Possible Side Effects

Every drug is capable of producing side effects.  Most patients experience no, or minor, side effects.  Possible side effects:

• Swelling
• Abnormal liver enzymes

Guidelines for Taking This Medication

• May be taken without regard to food
• Notify your doctor if taking cyclosporine
• Do not take a potassium supplement unless prescribed by the doctor
• Avoid salt substitutes containing potassium
• Avoid over-the-counter cough, cold, allergy and diet medications except upon professional recommendation
• Do not take with more than 20mg of Zocor (Simvastatin) a commonly prescribed cholesterol lowering agent.

Follow-up Tests

Blood test to monitor electrolytes, kidney, liver function

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