Hitarget Am 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 Hitarget Am is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Hitarget Am safe for pregnant women?
Hitarget AM should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Hitarget Am safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Hitarget AM may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Hitarget AM should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Hitarget Am on the Kidneys?
Hitarget AM may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Hitarget Am on the Liver?
Hitarget AM may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Hitarget Am on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Hitarget AM. 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.
Hitarget Am 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 Hitarget Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Hitarget Am habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Hitarget Am has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Hitarget Am as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Hitarget Am only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Hitarget Am cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Hitarget Am
There is no information on the effects of taking Hitarget Am with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Hitarget Am
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Hitarget Am with alcohol.
No, Hitarget AM doesn't cause a headache. However, if you experience a headache while using Hitarget AM, please consult your doctor without any delay.
No, Hitarget AM doesn't cause depression. However, if you experience depression while taking Hitarget AM, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Hitarget AM 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 Hitarget AM decreases the blood pressure.
Yes, Hitarget AM causes hyponatremia (low level of sodium in the blood). Treatment with telmisartan might call for a regular blood monitoring for checking sodium levels.
No, Hitarget AM 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.
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References
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