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Slew H is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Slew H have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Slew H depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Slew H are Headache, Diarrhoea, Back Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Slew H as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Slew H go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Slew H has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Slew H related warnings talks about Slew H's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Slew H can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Slew H in conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Angioedema, Hypoparathyroidism. Other contraindications of Slew H have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Slew H may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Slew H is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Slew H is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Slew H safe for pregnant women?
Slew H 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 Slew H safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Slew H. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Slew H on the Kidneys?
Slew H can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Slew H on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Slew H. 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 Slew H on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Slew H. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Slew 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 Slew H unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Slew H habit forming or addictive?
Slew H is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Slew H you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Slew H only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Slew H is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Slew H
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Slew H with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Slew H
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Slew H with alcohol.
Slew H can be taken as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. You must not discontinue taking it even when you start feeling well. In addition, you must not take it more frequently as that can have adverse effects. Follow the recommendations of your doctor completely.
Slew H 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 Slew H decreases the blood pressure.
Slew 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. Slew 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, Slew H 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.
Yes, Slew H causes hyponatremia (low level of sodium in the blood). Treatment with telmisartan might call for a regular blood monitoring for checking sodium levels.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
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