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TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and to reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke in adults. It contains Telmisartan, which widens and relaxes blood vessels. Thus, lowers high blood pressure. In some cases, you may experience side effects such as diarrhoea, sinus infection, and back pain. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and to reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke in adults. Hypertension is a medical condition in which the blood pressure is elevated persistently in the arteries without any known cause.
TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET contains Telmisartan, which works by blocking the action of a hormone called angiotensin II in the body. This hormone causes blood vessels to narrow, leading to high blood pressure. By blocking this action, TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET widens and relaxes blood vessels, lowering high blood pressure.
In some cases, TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET may cause side effects like diarrhoea, sinus infection, and back pain. Most of the side effects do not require medical attention and usually resolve on their own over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.
Do not take TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET if you are allergic to any of its components. TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET is not recommended for use during pregnancy, breastfeeding, and in children. This medicine may cause dizziness and lightheadedness; hence, drive only if you are alert. Keep the doctor informed about your medications and medical conditions to prevent any interactions.
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Do not take TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, liver, kidney or heart problems.
Avoid taking TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Your doctor will prescribe a safer medicine to use during pregnancy.
Avoid potassium supplements with TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET, as they may lead to high blood potassium levels. Your doctor may ask you to check your potassium level regularly.
TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET may cause sleepiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting; use caution when engaging in activities such as driving a car or operating appliances or machinery. Do not consume alcohol with TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
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Alcohol
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You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure and cause adverse effects such as dizziness, fainting, light-headedness or headache.
Pregnancy
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Telmisartan is a Category D pregnancy drug and is considered unsafe for pregnant women, especially in the second and third trimesters, as it may cause death of the unborn baby.
Breast Feeding
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Avoid breastfeeding while taking TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET as it may be unsafe for the baby.
Driving
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TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET may cause dizziness, lightheadedness or tiredness in some people. So, use caution before driving or operating machinery.
Liver
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Take TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust the dose as required. TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET is not recommended for patients with severe liver disease.
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Take TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust the dose as required.
Children
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It is not recommended for children below 12 years as the safety and effectiveness in children are not established.
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TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and to reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke in adults.
No, you are not recommended to take TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET with antidepressants or barbiturates as it may cause dizziness. However, please consult your doctor before taking TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET with any other medicines.
TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET contains Telmisartan, which works by blocking the action of a hormone called angiotensin II in the body. This hormone causes blood vessels to narrow, leading to high blood pressure. By blocking this action, TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET widens and relaxes blood vessels, lowering high blood pressure.
TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET may increase potassium levels in the blood (hyperkalemia). Therefore, it is recommended to avoid potassium supplements and foods that are rich in potassium, such as coconut water, bananas, and broccoli.
No, TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET is not recommended for use during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, as it may harm the developing baby. Therefore, if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, please inform your doctor before taking TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET.
You are not recommended to take more than the prescribed dose of TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET as it may cause an overdose resulting in symptoms such as dizziness, low blood pressure, and a fast or slow heartbeat. However, if you experience any of these symptoms while taking TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET, please consult a doctor immediately.
No, you are not recommended to take ibuprofen with TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET as co-administration of these two medicines may reduce the effect of TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET and increase the risk of impaired kidney function. However, if you experience loss of appetite, sudden weight loss or weight gain, weakness, muscle cramps, vomiting, nausea, decreased or increased urination, irregular heart rhythm and fluid retention, please consult a doctor immediately. If you are supposed to use these medicines together, you should contact your doctor to adjust the dose to be used safely.
TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET should be taken as advised by the doctor. It is better to take it at the same time daily as it will help you remember to take the medicine.
Your blood pressure may be decreased during the first 2 weeks of treatment. However, it might take 4 weeks for you to notice the full benefit of TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET.
TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET should not be discontinued without a doctor's consultation as stopping TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET may cause blood pressure to return to pre-treatment levels within a few days. Therefore, continue taking TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET even if you feel well. Consult the doctor if you have any concerns.
Before starting TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET inform the doctor if you have kidney problems as it might worsen the condition. You may need a lower dose in such cases. Consult the doctor if you notice unexplained weight gain or swelling in the hands, feet or ankles.
Do not worry as TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET may not cause weight gain. However, consult the doctor if you notice unexplained weight gain as it could be a sign of kidney problems.
TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET might lower blood glucose levels. Therefore, inform the doctor if you have diabetes. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is advised.
Yes, TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET may cause hyperkalemia (high potassium level in blood). The doctor may monitor your potassium levels as needed.
No, TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET does not work by causing excessive urination. It works by relaxing the blood vessels and improving blood flow.
TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET can be taken with or without food.
Side effects of TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET are diarrhoea, sinus infection, back pain, or low blood pressure. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.
TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET may interact with other medications, particularly NSAIDs (painkillers). Therefore, consult the doctor before taking other medications while on treatment with TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET.
Seek immediate medical attention if you overdose on TELSARTAN ACTIVE 80MG TABLET. Overdose may cause low blood pressure, dizziness and slow/fast heartbeat.
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