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Tenam is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP. The alternative uses of Tenam have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Tenam depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Tenam have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Tenam 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, Tenam's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Tenam has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Tenam related warnings section.
Tenam can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Tenam in conditions like Angioedema, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Tenam contraindications section.
Besides this, Tenam may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Tenam is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Tenam 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tenam is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Tenam safe for pregnant women?
Tenam 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 Tenam safe during breastfeeding?
Tenam may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Tenam on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Tenam on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Tenam on the Liver?
Tenam is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Tenam on the Heart?
Tenam has very mild side effects on the heart.
Tenam 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 Tenam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tenam habit forming or addictive?
Tenam is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Tenam you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Tenam only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Tenam is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tenam
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Tenam to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tenam
Information about the interaction of Tenam and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Epaned (enalapril maleate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 502-503