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Tretan H is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. The alternative uses of Tretan H have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Tretan H depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Tretan H include Headache, Diarrhoea, Back Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Tretan H as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Tretan H 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 Tretan H is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Tretan H related warnings talks about Tretan H's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Tretan 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 conditions have been mentioned below in the Tretan H contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Tretan H with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Tretan H, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Tretan 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 Tretan H safe for pregnant women?
Tretan H can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Tretan H safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Tretan H. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Tretan H on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Tretan H. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Tretan H on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Tretan H. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Tretan H only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Tretan H on the Heart?
Tretan 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.
Tretan 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 Tretan H unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tretan H habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Tretan H has not been reported.
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 Tretan H can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Tretan H only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Tretan H is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tretan H
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Tretan H, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tretan H
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Tretan H with alcohol.
No, Tretan 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 Tretan H is causing weight gain then discuss with your doctor instantly.
No, Tretan H doesn't cause depression. However, if you experience depression while taking Tretan H, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Tretan 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. Tretan H is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.
Tretan H can be taken as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. You must not discontinue taking it even when you start feeling well. In addition, you must not take it more frequently as that can have adverse effects. Follow the recommendations of your doctor completely.
Yes, Tretan 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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