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Temax H is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Temax H also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Temax H. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Temax H also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Diarrhoea, Back Pain. Some other side effects of Temax H have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Temax H normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Temax H is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Temax H's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Temax 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. Some other conditions that can be affected by Temax H are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Temax H have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Temax H is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Temax 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.
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Is the use of Temax H safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Temax H. If you are pregnant, do not take Temax H without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Temax H safe during breastfeeding?
Temax H should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Temax H on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Temax H. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Temax H on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Temax 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 Temax H on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Temax H. 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.
Temax 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 Temax H unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Temax H habit forming or addictive?
Temax 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 Temax H can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Temax H is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Temax H for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Temax H
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Temax H with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Temax H
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Temax H with alcohol will be.
No, Temax 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.
Temax 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 Temax H decreases the blood pressure.
Temax 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. Temax 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 Temax H exactly as prescribed by their doctor.
Temax 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. Temax 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, Temax H doesn't cause depression. However, if you experience depression while taking Temax H, please talk to your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
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