Thalitel Ls is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Other than this, Thalitel Ls has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Thalitel Ls. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Thalitel Ls include Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Thalitel Ls can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Thalitel Ls normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Thalitel Ls's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Thalitel Ls has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Thalitel Ls related warnings section.
Thalitel Ls is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Thalitel Ls have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Thalitel Ls may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Thalitel Ls, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Thalitel Ls 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 Thalitel Ls safe for pregnant women?
Thalitel LS has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Thalitel Ls safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Thalitel LS on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Thalitel Ls on the Kidneys?
Thalitel LS has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Thalitel Ls on the Liver?
Side effects of Thalitel LS rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Thalitel Ls on the Heart?
Side effects of Thalitel LS rarely affect the heart.
Thalitel Ls 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 Thalitel Ls unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Thalitel Ls habit forming or addictive?
Thalitel Ls does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Thalitel Ls
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Thalitel Ls to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Thalitel Ls
Taking alcohol with Thalitel Ls can be dangerous.
Thalitel LS 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. Thalitel LS 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 Thalitel LS exactly as prescribed by their doctor.
Thalitel LS 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. Thalitel LS is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.
No, Thalitel LS is not a beta blocker/calcium channel blocker/diuretic/blood thinner/ace inhibitor. It is angiotensin II receptor blocker (an antihypertensive drug).
No, Thalitel LS 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 Thalitel LS is causing weight gain then discuss with your doctor instantly.
Yes, Thalitel LS 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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