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Bp Tel H is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Bp Tel H also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Bp Tel H depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Bp Tel H also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Diarrhoea, Back Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Bp Tel H can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Bp Tel H are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Bp Tel H's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Bp Tel H's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Bp Tel H is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Angioedema, Hypoparathyroidism as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Bp Tel H contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Bp Tel H may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Bp Tel H, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Bp Tel H is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Bp Tel H is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Bp Tel H safe for pregnant women?
Bp Tel H can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Bp Tel H safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Bp Tel H may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Bp Tel H should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Bp Tel H on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Bp Tel H. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Bp Tel H on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Bp Tel H. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Bp Tel H only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Bp Tel H on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Bp Tel H. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Bp Tel H should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bp Tel H unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bp Tel H habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Bp Tel H.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Bp Tel H can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Bp Tel H only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Bp Tel H is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Bp Tel H
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Bp Tel H together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bp Tel H
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Bp Tel H.
Yes, Bp Tel H may cause a cough on rare occasions. If you experience a cough while taking Bp Tel H, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Yes, Bp Tel H causes hyponatremia (low level of sodium in the blood). Treatment with telmisartan might call for a regular blood monitoring for checking sodium levels.
No, Bp Tel H doesn't cause a headache. However, if you experience a headache while using Bp Tel H, please consult your doctor without any delay.
Bp Tel H is the brand name for telmisartan. It belongs to a group of medications known as angiotensin II receptor blockers. It is available in the form of tablets. Bp Tel H is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.
No, Bp Tel H is not a beta blocker/calcium channel blocker/diuretic/blood thinner/ace inhibitor. It is angiotensin II receptor blocker (an antihypertensive drug).
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Micardis® (telmisartan)
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