Can the use of Actelsar lead to dry eyes?

Yes, the use of Actelsar (telmisartan) has the potential to contribute to dry eyes.

Antihypertensive drugs, including angiotensin II receptor antagonists such as telmisartan, are listed among the preparations that can cause dry eyes. This symptom may be the result of an adverse effect of many systemic drugs.

If you experience dry eyes while using Actelsar, you should consult your doctor, who may consider modifying the therapy or recommend appropriate lubricating drops. It is also worth remembering that Actelsar HCT (a combination of telmisartan and hydrochlorothiazide) contains an additional ingredient that may exacerbate some side effects.

I encourage you to report the symptoms you experience to your doctor, as well as to report the occurrence of an adverse effect of the preparation. Reporting side effects allows you to increase control over medicines available on the market. We wrote more about how and why to report side effects in the article: 

https://www.gdziepolek.pl/artykuly/jak-i-dlaczego-zglaszac-dzialania-niepozadane

If you need more personalized advice, you can use teleconsultations here:

https://www.gdziepolek.pl/telekonsultacja

The availability of Actelsar in pharmacies in Polish can be checked at the following address:

https://www.gdziepolek.pl/produkty/1979/actelsar-tabletki/apteki