Hello Doc, I am a 48 years old woman and have started taking Telma -20 for controlling my BP which was around 140/90 It s been 2 months since I started taking it and amm feeling I m gaining weight . Can the cause be Telma? I m also menopausal . Please advice
Hello, Selma does not cause weight gain. Commonly prescribed in the treatment of high blood pressure, tel mas most common side effects include low blood pressure, raised blood potassium, Chat Doctor.  It is not known to cause weight gain. Weight gain in your case seems to be due to genetic factors, aging process, lifestyles, or hormonal changes of menopause.  You need to have certain lifestyle modifications such as take a healthy diet, avoid high caloric fast foods and regular exercise which will help in controlling your weight. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care