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Temisar, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Heart Failure, High BP. Other than this, Temisar has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Temisar is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Temisar are Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Temisar can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Temisar are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Temisar is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Temisar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Temisar related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Temisar since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Besides this, Temisar may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Temisar is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Temisar 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Temisar is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Temisar safe for pregnant women?
Temisar 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 Temisar safe during breastfeeding?
Temisar has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Temisar on the Kidneys?
Temisar is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Temisar on the Liver?
Temisar has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Temisar on the Heart?
Temisar may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Temisar 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 Temisar unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Temisar habit forming or addictive?
Temisar is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Temisar as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Temisar only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Temisar is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Temisar
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Temisar to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Temisar
Consuming Temisar with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Temisar 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. Temisar is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.
No, Temisar 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.
Temisar 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. Temisar 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 Temisar exactly as prescribed by their doctor.
Temisar 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 Temisar decreases the blood pressure.
Yes, Temisar may cause a cough on rare occasions. If you experience a cough while taking Temisar, please talk to your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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