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Teli H, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Teli H have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Teli H 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Teli H also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Diarrhoea, Back Pain. Some other side effects of Teli H have been listed ahead. These side effects of Teli H are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Teli H is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Teli H has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Teli H related warnings section.
Teli H is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Angioedema, Hypoparathyroidism are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Teli H have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Teli H have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Teli H is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Teli H 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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Is the use of Teli H safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Teli H. If you are pregnant, do not take Teli H without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Teli H safe during breastfeeding?
Teli H may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Teli H on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Teli H. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Teli H on the Liver?
Teli H 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 Teli H on the Heart?
Teli H may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Teli 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 Teli H unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Teli H habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Teli H has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Teli H. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Teli H only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Teli H is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Teli H
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Teli H, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Teli H
Information about the interaction of Teli H and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Teli H 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 Teli H is causing weight gain then discuss with your doctor instantly.
Teli H 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. Teli H 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 Teli H exactly as prescribed by their doctor.
Yes, Teli H may cause a cough on rare occasions. If you experience a cough while taking Teli H, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Teli 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 Teli H decreases the blood pressure.
Yes, Teli H causes hyponatremia (low level of sodium in the blood). Treatment with telmisartan might call for a regular blood monitoring for checking sodium levels.
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