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Telmiten H is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Telmiten H have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Telmiten H. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Telmiten H also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Diarrhoea, Back Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Telmiten H as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Telmiten H normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Telmiten H's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Telmiten H related warnings talks about Telmiten H's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Telmiten 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. The section on Telmiten H contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Telmiten H may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Telmiten H, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Telmiten 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Telmiten H is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Telmiten H safe for pregnant women?
Telmiten H shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Telmiten H safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Telmiten H may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Telmiten H should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Telmiten H on the Kidneys?
Telmiten 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 Telmiten H on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Telmiten 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 Telmiten H on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Telmiten H. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Telmiten 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 Telmiten H unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Telmiten H habit forming or addictive?
Telmiten H 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 Telmiten H can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Telmiten H only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Telmiten H for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Telmiten H
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Telmiten H together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Telmiten H
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Telmiten H and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Telmiten H doesn't cause depression. However, if you experience depression while taking Telmiten H, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Telmiten 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. Telmiten 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 Telmiten H exactly as prescribed by their doctor.
No, Telmiten H is not a beta blocker/calcium channel blocker/diuretic/blood thinner/ace inhibitor. It is angiotensin II receptor blocker (an antihypertensive drug).
Telmiten 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. Telmiten H is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.
Yes, Telmiten H may cause a cough on rare occasions. If you experience a cough while taking Telmiten H, please talk to your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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