TELSAT 20MG TABLET
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Manufactured By : Sain Medicaments Pvt Ltd
Composition : Telmisartan (20mg)
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TELSAT 20MG TABLET belongs to a family of drugs that are used to treat high blood pressure. It is also effective in reducing the risk of serious conditions such a stroke, heart attacks, heart conditions and even death. TELSAT 20MG TABLET helps maintain optimal blood pressure levels in a person’s body.
In patients who suffer from hypertension, it can lower the blood pressure. TELSAT 20MG TABLET works by widening and dilating the blood vessels, which relaxes them. It also helps the kidney flush out excess salt and water, thus reducing the blood pressure. Therefore, TELSAT 20MG TABLET is highly effective in treating hypertension.
TELSAT 20MG TABLET is a drug that is also known as an Angiotensin receptor blocker or an ARB. This drug is used to treat hypertension or high blood pressure. It is also given to patients, to reduce their risk of developing conditions such as heart disorders, a stroke and heart attacks.
TELSAT 20MG TABLET works, by blocking the effect of Angiotensin. It prevents the activation of a receptor, by the Angiotensin II hormone that would usually result in a slight increase of the blood pressure, when it is low. It lowers blood pressure by dilating and relaxing the muscles of the blood vessels. This enables your kidney to eliminate the excess of water and salt.
The regular recommended dosage of TELSAT 20MG TABLET is a 40 mg tablet, taken once a day. The doctor might increase the dosage to 80 mg, if you suffer from serious conditions of the heart. It is important to continue taking this medication according to the doctor’s prescription, until you have completed the course. You should not skip out on a dose, and if you do forget, do not take an extra dose to make up for it.
Pregnant women or women who are trying to get pregnant should avoid consuming this drug, since it can cause harm the baby's development. It might not be suitable for everyone, since consuming this drug can lead to complications for patients affected by disorders such as liver disease, kidney failure, heart disease, diabetes and allergies. If you suffer from these conditions, you should inform your doctor, before taking this medicine.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.
- Uses / Indications: TELSAT 20MG TABLET is used in the treatment of high blood pressure. Decreasing high blood pressure lowers the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Taking Telmisartan with alcohol may excessively lower the blood pressure.
- Pregnancy interaction:
- TELSAT 20MG TABLET is unsafe to use during pregnancy.There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.
- Expert advice:
- Telsat can be taken with or without food but preferably be taken at the same time of the day. It is best to take the first dose before bed to reduce symptomatic hypotension. Telsat may cause the level of potassium in blood to go up. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli. Inform your doctor immediately if you have rapid swelling of the lips, tongue, and throat that may affect breathing. Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Side Effects:
- Dizziness, Back pain, Diarrhoea, Sinus inflammation, Increased potassium level in blood.
- How to use:
- Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. TELSAT 20MG TABLET may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- How it works:
- TELSAT 20MG TABLET is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It works by blocking the hormone angiotensin thereby relaxing blood vessels, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently.
- Faq for medicine:
- Is Telsat safe? : Telsat is safe if used in prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.|What is Telsat used for? : Telsat is used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) and to reduce cardiovascular events (i.e. heart attack or stroke) in adults who are at risk because they have a reduced or blocked blood supply to the heart or legs, or have had a stroke or high-risk diabetes.|Is Telsat a blood thinner? : No, Telsat is not a blood thinner, it is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB).|Is Telsat an ACE inhibitor? : No, Telsat is not an ACE inhibitor. It is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB).|Can I take Telsat with paracetamol? : Yes, Telsat can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interactions have been seen. However it may occur, please consult your doctor before taking these medicines together.|Does Telsat cause cough? : Use of Telsat can cause cough but this is a very uncommon side effect. Please consult your doctor in case you experience a cough while taking Telsat.|Does Telsat cause erectile dysfunction? : Telsat has not seen to be associated with erectile dysfunction. Please consult your doctor in case you experience this problem while taking Telsat.|Can the use of Telsat cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood)? : Yes, Telsat can cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood). A regular monitoring of blood potassium levels may be advised by your doctor while you are taking this medicine.|Can the use of Telsat cause weight gain? : Weight gain has not been reported as a side effect of Telsat. Please talk to your doctor in case you experience an excessive change in your weight while taking Telsat.|Can the use of Telsat cause hair loss? : Hair loss has not been reported as a side effect with Telsat. This could be due to some other cause or condition. Please consult your doctor.|Can Telsat cause a headache? : Telsat is not known to cause a headache. Please consult your doctor in case you experience a headache when you are taking Telsat.|Does Telsat cause weight loss? : Weight loss has not been reported as a side effect of Telsat. Talk to your doctor if you experience marked weight loss while taking this medicine as this could be due to some other underlying condition.
- Medicine interaction:
- Telsat with Nadroparin|Telsat with Ardeparin|Telsat with Dalteparin|Telsat with Bemiparin|Telsat with Enoxaparin|Telsat with Triamterene|Telsat with Tacrolimus|Telsat with Lithium|Telsat with Eplerenone|Telsat with Reviparin|Telsat with Cyclosporine|Telsat with Parnaparin|Telsat with Tinzaparin|Telsat with Heparin|Telsat with Rifampicin|Telsat with Spironolactone|Telsat with Terazosin|Telsat with Chlorthalidone|Telsat with Torasemide|Telsat with Digoxin|Telsat with Naftopidil|Telsat with Aspirin|Telsat with Phenoxybenzamine|Telsat with Furosemide|Telsat with Doxazosin|Telsat with Tamsulosin|Telsat with Nimesulide|Telsat with Metamizole / Dipyrone|Telsat with Recombinant Human Erythropoietin Alfa / Epoetin Alfa|Telsat with Metolazone|Telsat with Indapamide|Telsat with Oxyphenbutazone|Telsat with Alfuzosin
