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Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Heart Failure, High BP. Secondary and off-label uses of Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. Some other side effects of Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet 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.
In addition, Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet in conditions like Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy.
Additionally, Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet 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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Is the use of Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Weltelmi shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Weltelmi as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Using Weltelmi does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Weltelmi may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Weltelmi has very mild side effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet
Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Weltelmi 20 Mg Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
Weltelmi 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. Weltelmi is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.
Yes, Weltelmi may cause a cough on rare occasions. If you experience a cough while taking Weltelmi, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Yes, Weltelmi causes hyperkalemia (high amount of potassium in the blood). Therefore, monitoring of blood potassium levels is important during Weltelmi therapy.
No, Weltelmi is not a beta blocker/calcium channel blocker/diuretic/blood thinner/ace inhibitor. It is angiotensin II receptor blocker (an antihypertensive drug).
Yes, it is safe to take Weltelmi as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, in some people, it may cause some side effects like back pain, sinusitis, and diaarhea.
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