Telgard is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Heart Failure, High BP. The alternative uses of Telgard have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Telgard 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Telgard include Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. Some other side effects of Telgard have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Telgard go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Telgard's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Telgard has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Telgard related warnings section.
Telgard is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects.
Additionally, Telgard may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Telgard is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Telgard is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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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Is the use of Telgard safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Telgard. If you are pregnant, do not take Telgard without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Telgard safe during breastfeeding?
Telgard has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Telgard on the Kidneys?
Telgard is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Telgard on the Liver?
Side effects of Telgard rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Telgard on the Heart?
Telgard is rarely harmful for the heart.
Telgard should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Telgard unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Telgard habit forming or addictive?
Telgard is not addictive in nature.
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 Telgard can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Telgard only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Telgard is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Telgard
Taking Telgard with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Telgard
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Telgard as it can have severe side effects.
Telgard 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.
Yes, Telgard may cause a cough on rare occasions. If you experience a cough while taking Telgard, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Yes, it is safe to take Telgard as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, in some people, it may cause some side effects like back pain, sinusitis, and diaarhea.
No, Telgard doesn't cause a headache. However, if you experience a headache while using Telgard, please consult your doctor without any delay.
Telgard 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 Telgard decreases the blood pressure.
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References
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