Ecotel 20 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Ecotel 20 Tablet Information

Ecotel 20 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Heart Failure, High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. Ecotel 20 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ecotel 20 Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Ecotel 20 Tablet are Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ecotel 20 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ecotel 20 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ecotel 20 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Ecotel 20 Tablet related warnings talks about Ecotel 20 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Ecotel 20 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions.

Drug reaction of Ecotel 20 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ecotel 20 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Ecotel Benefits & Uses
Ecotel Dosage & How to Take
Ecotel Side Effects
Ecotel Related Warnings
Ecotel Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Ecotel
Ecotel Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ecotel 20 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Ecotel 20 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Heart Failure
High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Other Benefits

Ecotel 20 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Ecotel 20 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Ecotel 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Ecotel. If you are pregnant, do not take Ecotel without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Ecotel 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Ecotel on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Ecotel 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Ecotel is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Ecotel 20 Tablet on the Liver?

Ecotel is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ecotel 20 Tablet on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Ecotel on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Ecotel 20 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ecotel 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Angioedema
Hyperkalemia
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Ecotel 20 Tablet

Is this Ecotel 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Ecotel 20 Tablet does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Ecotel 20 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ecotel 20 Tablet can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Ecotel 20 Tablet only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Ecotel 20 Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Ecotel 20 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ecotel 20 Tablet

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Ecotel 20 Tablet to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Ecotel 20 Tablet

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Ecotel 20 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ecotel 20 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

How does Ecotel work

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Ecotel 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 Ecotel decreases the blood pressure.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Ecotel cause hyperkalemia?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Ecotel causes hyperkalemia (high amount of potassium in the blood). Therefore, monitoring of blood potassium levels is important during Ecotel therapy.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Ecotel cause headache?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Ecotel doesn't cause a headache. However, if you experience a headache while using Ecotel, please consult your doctor without any delay.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Ecotel bad for kidneys?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

No, Ecotel is not bad for kidneys. In fact, it protects the kidneys, thus, it is suitable for people with diabetes and mild-to-moderate kidney disease.