TELMISARTAN TABLETS IP 40MG

About TELMISARTAN TABLETS IP 40MG

• Telmisartan is a medication in the class of angiotensin II receptor blockers ARBs Medindia2Medthority2

  
  

  IP means it meets the Indian Pharmacopoeia standard

  
  

  How it works

  Angiotensin II is a hormone that causes blood vessels to constrict narrow increasing blood pressure Telmisartan blocks the effect of angiotensin II on its receptors leading to vasodilation wider blood vessels lowering blood pressure Practo3Medicinesorguk3phaedruslifesciencein3

  
  

  It also reduces the workload on the heart and lowers risk of complications like stroke or kidney damage in certain settings Medindia3Medicinesorguk3Practo3

  
  

  What it is used for

  Treatment of essential hypertension high blood pressure in adults MIMS3Medicinesorguk3drugtodayonlinecom3

  
  

  Cardiovascular risk reduction in certain adult patients for example those with atherosclerotic disease or type 2 diabetes with target organ damage Medthority2Medicinesorguk2

  
  

  Dosage How to take

  
  

  Situation Typical Dose

  Starting dose for hypertension adult 40mg once daily MIMS3drugtodayonlinecom3Medthority3

  Dose range Can be adjusted between 20 mg to 80 mg once daily depending on response The maximal approved dose is 80 mg once daily Medthority2Medindia2

  Combination with other antihypertensives If needed may be used with diuretics eg hydrochlorothiazide or other classes Medicinesorguk2drugsdocindiaorg2

  
  

  Telmisartan can be taken with or without food Medindia1

  
  

  Usually once daily same time each day to maintain steady levels Drugscom2MIMS2

  
  

  Onset of action Duration

  Some effect on lowering blood pressure is seen within 2 weeks of starting Drugscom2Medthority2

  
  

  Fullmaximum effect often takes up to 48 weeks Medicinesorguk2Medthority2

  
  

  Side effects

  As with all medications there are possible side effects Most are mild some rare ones are more serious

  
  

  Common mild side effects

  
  

  Dizziness or lightheadedness especially when standing up Practo2Medthority2

  
  

  Upper respiratory tract symptoms eg sinusitis drugtodayonlinecom2Practo2

  
  

  Back pain fatigue headache stomach pain or upset diarrhea Practo2drugtodayonlinecom2

  
  

  Less common more serious

  
  

  Hyperkalemia increased potassium in blood especially in patients with kidney impairment or taking potassium supplements or potassiumsparing drugs Practo2MIMS2

  
  

  Renal function effects may worsen if kidney disease is present MIMS1

  
  

  Severe hypotension very low blood pressure in certain situations dehydration saltdepleted state drugtodayonlinecom1

  
  

  Caution in liver impairment in severe hepatic disease it might be contraindicated Medthority2Medicinesorguk2

  
  

  Pregnancy risk ARBs like telmisartan are not recommended in pregnancy especially in the 2nd and 3rd trimesters Practo2MIMS2

  
  

  Contraindications Who Should Not Take It

  Known hypersensitivity to telmisartan or any excipients Medicinesorguk1

  
  

  Severe hepatic impairment or biliary obstruction Medicinesorguk1

  
  

  Pregnancy especially middle to late stages and breastfeeding unless doctor deems benefit risk Practo2MIMS2

  
  

  Probably not recommended for children below 18 years as safety efficacy not established Practo2Medthority2

  
  

  Precautions Monitoring

  Monitor blood pressure periodically to see if response is adequate Adjust dose only under medical supervision

  
  

  Check kidney function and electrolytes especially potassium before and during treatment particularly in kidney disease or when using other drugs that affect kidney function or potassium

  
  

  Be careful with dehydration salt depletion eg from diuretics which may worsen blood pressure drop or kidney effects

  
  

  Inform your doctor about other medications like potassium supplements NSAIDs other antihypertensives to avoid interactions

  
  

  If you develop symptoms like swelling face lips difficulty breathing high potassium signs muscle weakness irregular heartbeat stop and seek medical help