GENERIC NAME: ENALAPRIL-DILTIAZEM EXTENDED RELEASE - ORAL (eh-NAL-uh-pril/dill-TIE-uh-zem)

BRAND NAME(S): Teczem

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WARNING: This drug can cause serious fetal harm if used during the last six months of pregnancy. If pregnancy occurs, stop using this drug and immediately contact your physician.

USES: This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

OTHER USES: This medication may also be used for heart failure or to protect the kidney in certain medical conditions.

HOW TO USE: Take by mouth exactly as directed by your doctor, usually once daily. Swallow tablet(s) whole. Do not divide, crush or chew them. An empty tablet shell may appear in your stool. This is harmless. Full effect on blood pressure may require several weeks. Dose may be adjusted depending on your response and medical condition. Before using potassium supplements or salt substitutes that contain potassium, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

SIDE EFFECTS: Cough, headache, dizziness, nausea, or constipation may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Contact lens wearers may develop eye dryness. Report promptly: sinus congestion, sore throat with fever. Unlikely but report promptly: new or increased swelling, fatigue, chest pain, unusually fast or slow heart beat, gum swelling, stomach pain, back pain, fainting. Very unlikely but report promptly: yellowing skin or eyes, diarrhea, vomiting, excessive sweating, persistent infections, bleeding or easy bruising, mood/mental changes, muscle cramps or weakness, arthritis, blurred vision, dry eyes, painful urination, cloudy or unusual change in amount of urine. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this product, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

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