Uses of Telsartan 40 Tablet 14's

High blood pressure (hypertension), Prevention of heart attack and stroke

Medicinal Benefits

Telsartan 40 Tablet 14's is used to treat high blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. Telsartan 40 Tablet 14's is an angiotensin II receptor blocker decreases high blood pressure by widening and relaxing the blood vessels by blocks the action of a hormone called angiotensin II in the body which causes narrowing of blood vessels leading to high blood pressure.

Directions for Use

Use Telsartan 40 Tablet 14's only when prescribed by a doctor. Always take Telsartan 40 Tablet 14's exactly as your doctor told you. Your doctor will advise you how often you take your tablets on the basis of your medical condition. Swallow the tablet with a glass of water daily at the same time for effective results.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Telsartan 40 Tablet 14's

Diarrhoea
Sinus infection
Back pain
Low blood pressure

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Telsartan 40 Tablet 14's is not recommended for people with impaired kidney function, diabetes or severe liver problems. Telsartan 40 Tablet 14's may increase the risk of low blood pressure when taken with alcohol. Telsartan 40 Tablet 14's may cause tiredness or dizziness in some people. Make sure you are not affected before driving. Breastfeeding women are advised to consult a doctor before taking Telsartan 40 Tablet 14's. Avoid intake of potassium supplements with Telsartan 40 Tablet 14's as it may lead to high potassium levels in the blood, so the doctor may ask you to have a regular check of your potassium level. Do not consume alcohol with Telsartan 40 Tablet 14's as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Taking Telsartan 40 Tablet 14's with painkillers (like aspirin and ibuprofen) can increase the risk of kidney problems and reduced efficiency of Telsartan 40 Tablet 14's.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Telsartan 40 Tablet 14's may have interaction with pain killers (ibuprofen, aspirin), blood thinners (heparin), medicines used to treat heart problems (digoxin), high blood pressure-lowering medicines (lisinopril, enalapril, ramipril, benazepril, captopril, fosinopril, moexipril, perindopril, quinapril, trandolapril, enalaprilat, aliskiren), water pills (amiloride, spironolactone, triamterene), muscle relaxant (tizanidine), antibiotics (trimethoprim), and potassium supplements.

Drug- Food Interaction: Telsartan 40 Tablet 14's may interact with potassium salt substitutes and potassium supplements resulting in hyperkalaemia (high levels of potassium in the blood). It may cause severe adverse effects such as irregular heartbeat, muscle paralysis and kidney failure.

Drug-Disease Interaction: People with diabetes, cholestasis (liver disease due to the blocked flow of bile) or impaired kidney function should consult a doctor before taking Telsartan 40 Tablet 14's.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:

IBUPROFEN
ASPIRIN
HEPARIN
DIGOXIN
LISINOPRIL
ENALAPRIL
RAMIPRIL
BENAZEPRIL
CAPTOPRIL
FOSINOPRIL
MOEXIPRIL
PERINDOPRIL
QUINAPRIL
ALISKIREN
AMILORIDE
SPIRONOLACTONE
TRIAMTERENE
TIZANIDINE
TRIMETHOPRIM

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL
UNSAFE

You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with Telsartan 40 Tablet 14's as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure and cause adverse effects such as dizziness, fainting, light-headedness or headache.
PREGNANCY
UNSAFE

Telsartan 40 Tablet 14's is a Category D pregnancy drug and is considered unsafe for pregnant women especially in the second and third trimesters.
BREAST FEEDING
CAUTION

Avoid breastfeeding while taking Telsartan 40 Tablet 14's as it may be unsafe for the baby.
DRIVING
UNSAFE

Telsartan 40 Tablet 14's may cause dizziness or tiredness in some people. So, make sure you are not affected before driving or operating machinery.
LIVER
CAUTION

Take Telsartan 40 Tablet 14's with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. Telsartan 40 Tablet 14's is not recommended for patients with severe liver disease.
KIDNEY
CAUTION

Take Telsartan 40 Tablet 14's with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
CHILDREN
UNSAFE

It is not recommended for children below 12 years as the safety and effectiveness in children is not established.

Habit Forming

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Maintain a low salt diet and minimize eating processed foods as they contain more sodium. Try to replace salt with spices or herbs to add flavour to the food.
Do regular exercise such as cycling, walking, jogging, dancing or swimming for a minimum of 30 minutes per day.
Chronic stress may also cause high blood pressure. Therefore, avoid stress by changing your expectations, the way you react in certain situations and making time for yourself to do activities that you enjoy.
Maintain a diet that is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and low-fat dairy products.
Avoid smoking and alcohol intake.

Special Advise

Monitor your blood pressure regularly and if you notice any fluctuations, please consult a doctor.
Low salt diet and regular exercise are recommended along with Telsartan 40 Tablet 14's for effective results.

Uses of Telsartan 40 Tablet 14's

Medicinal Benefits

Directions for Use

Storage

Side Effects of Telsartan 40 Tablet 14's

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

PREGNANCY

BREAST FEEDING

DRIVING

LIVER

KIDNEY

CHILDREN

Habit Forming

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Special Advise