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Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. The alternative uses of Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Dizziness, Palpitations (fluttering in chest). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. In addition, Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Angioedema are examples of such conditions.
Drug interactions for Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet 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.
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Is the use of Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Cortel A can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Cortel A should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Cortel A. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Cortel A. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Cortel A. 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.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet has not been reported.
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 Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cortel A 40 Mg/5 Mg Tablet with alcohol will be.
Yes, Cortel A causes hyponatremia (low level of sodium in the blood). Treatment with telmisartan might call for a regular blood monitoring for checking sodium levels.
Cortel A is available in the form of tablets. A tablet is usually taken once a day, with or without food because food affects the absorption of this drug. It should be taken at exactly the same time every time to avoid skipping the dose. Cortel A might start showing the effects between 2 to 4 weeks, therefore, it is important to continue taking it even when you feel well. One should take Cortel A exactly as prescribed by their doctor.
Cortel A contains telmisartan which is an antihypertensive drug that works by preventing a chemical (angiotensin II) to bind with a receptor. This causes relaxation of blood vessels, it also prevents the synthesis and release of aldosterone (a hormone whose hyperactivity results in high blood pressure). In this way Cortel A decreases the blood pressure.
No, Cortel A does not cause weight gain. Weight gain has rarely been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight gain and you are in doubt that Cortel A is causing weight gain then discuss with your doctor instantly.
No, Cortel A doesn't cause depression. However, if you experience depression while taking Cortel A, please talk to your doctor immediately.
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