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Tisa 20 mg Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) in adults 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, back pain, or low blood pressure. 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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Tisa 20 mg Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) in adults and to reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke in adults. Essential hypertension is a medical condition in which the blood pressure is elevated persistently in the arteries without any known cause. On the other hand, a heart attack or stroke occurs due to blocked blood flow to the heart or brain, respectively.
Tisa 20 mg Tablet 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, Tisa 20 mg Tablet widens and relaxes blood vessels, lowering high blood pressure.
You can take Tisa 20 mg Tablet , regardless of the food, and swallow it whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it. Your doctor will tell you how often to take your tablets, based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience diarrhoea, sinus infection, back pain, or low blood pressure. Most of the side effects of Tisa 20 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and usually resolve on their own over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.
Tisa 20 mg Tablet is not for pregnant women as its use during your pregnancy can cause injury and even death to your unborn baby. It is unknown whether Tisa 20 mg Tablet passes into breast milk or not. Your doctor will decide if you will take Tisa 20 mg Tablet while using Tisa 20 mg Tablet and breastfeeding together. Prolonged intake of Tisa 20 mg Tablet may cause high blood potassium levels (hyperkalemia). Avoid potassium supplements with Tisa 20 mg Tablet as they may lead to high potassium levels in the blood, so the doctor may ask you to check your potassium level regularly. Do not consume alcohol with Tisa 20 mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Taking Tisa 20 mg Tablet with painkillers (like aspirin and ibuprofen) can increase the risk of kidney problems and reduce the efficiency of Tisa 20 mg Tablet .
Uses of Tisa 20 mg Tablet
Directions for Use
Use Tisa 20 mg Tablet only when prescribed by a doctor. Always take Tisa 20 mg Tablet exactly as your doctor told you. Your doctor will advise you how often to take your tablets based on your medical condition. Swallow the tablet with a glass of water daily, simultaneously for effective results.
Medicinal Benefits
Tisa 20 mg Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. It is an angiotensin II receptor blocker that decreases high blood pressure by widening and relaxing blood vessels, blocking the action of a hormone called angiotensin II in the body. Angiotensin II causes blood vessels to narrow, leading to high blood pressure.
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Drug Warnings
Tisa 20 mg Tablet is not recommended for people with impaired kidney function, diabetes or severe liver problems. Tisa 20 mg Tablet may increase the risk of low blood pressure when taken with alcohol. Tisa 20 mg Tablet may cause tiredness or dizziness in some people. Make sure you are not affected before driving. Women who are breastfeeding are advised to consult a doctor before taking Tisa 20 mg Tablet . Avoid potassium supplements with Tisa 20 mg Tablet , as they may lead to high blood potassium levels. Your doctor may ask you to check your potassium level regularly. Do not consume alcohol with Tisa 20 mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Taking Tisa 20 mg Tablet with painkillers (like aspirin and ibuprofen) can increase the risk of kidney problems and reduce the efficiency of Tisa 20 mg Tablet .
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Alcohol
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You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with Tisa 20 mg 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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Tisa 20 mg Tablet is a Category D pregnancy drug and is considered unsafe for pregnant women, especially in the second and third trimesters.
Breast Feeding
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Avoid breastfeeding while taking Tisa 20 mg Tablet as it may be unsafe for the baby.
Driving
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Tisa 20 mg Tablet may cause dizziness or tiredness in some people. So, make sure you are not affected before driving or operating machinery.
Liver
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Take Tisa 20 mg Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust the dose as required. Tisa 20 mg Tablet is not recommended for patients with severe liver disease.
Kidney
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Take Tisa 20 mg 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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Tisa 20 mg Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) in adults and to reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke in adults.
No, you are not recommended to take Tisa 20 mg Tablet with antidepressants or barbiturates as it may cause dizziness. However, please consult your doctor before taking Tisa 20 mg Tablet with any other medicines.
Tisa 20 mg 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, Tisa 20 mg 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 Tisa 20 mg Tablet .
You are not recommended to take more than the prescribed dose of Tisa 20 mg Tablet as it may cause Tisa 20 mg Tablet overdose resulting in symptoms such as dizziness, low blood pressure, fast or slow heartbeat. However, if you experience any of these symptoms while taking Tisa 20 mg Tablet , please consult a doctor immediately.
No, you are not recommended to take ibuprofen with Tisa 20 mg Tablet as co-administration of these two medicines may reduce the effect of Tisa 20 mg 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.
Tisa 20 mg 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 Tisa 20 mg Tablet .
Tisa 20 mg Tablet should not be discontinued without a doctor's consultation as stopping Tisa 20 mg Tablet may cause blood pressure to return to pre-treatment levels within a few days. Therefore, continue taking Tisa 20 mg Tablet even if you feel well. Consult the doctor if you have any concerns.
Before starting Tisa 20 mg 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 Tisa 20 mg 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.
Tisa 20 mg Tablet might lower blood glucose levels. Therefore, inform the doctor if you have diabetes. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is advised.
Yes, Tisa 20 mg Tablet may cause hyperkalemia (high potassium level in blood). The doctor may monitor your potassium levels as needed.
No, Tisa 20 mg Tablet does not work by causing excessive urination. It works by relaxing the blood vessels and improving blood flow.
Tisa 20 mg Tablet can be taken with or without food.
Side effects of Tisa 20 mg 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.
Tisa 20 mg Tablet may interact with other medications, particularly NSAIDs (painkillers). Therefore, consult the doctor before taking other medications while on treatment with Tisa 20 mg Tablet .
Seek immediate medical attention if you overdose on Tisa 20 mg Tablet . Overdose may cause low blood pressure, dizziness and slow/fast heartbeat.
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