Eritel 80 AM Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Eritel Am Information

Eritel Am is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Eritel Am also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Eritel Am depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Eritel Am include Headache, Dizziness, Palpitations (fluttering in chest). While these are the most often observed Eritel Am side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Eritel Am are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Eritel Am has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Eritel Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Eritel Am related warnings section.

Eritel Am is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Angioedema as it can result in adverse effects.

Drug reaction of Eritel Am with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Eritel Am is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Eritel Am Benefits & Uses
Eritel Am Dosage & How to Take
Eritel Am Side Effects
Eritel Am Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Eritel Am with Other Drugs
Eritel Am Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Eritel Am
Eritel Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Eritel Am Benefits & Uses

Eritel Am is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Eritel Am Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength amlodipine 5 mg and telmisartan 40 mg
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength amlodipine 5 mg and telmisartan 40 mg

Eritel Am Related Warnings

Is the use of Eritel Am safe for pregnant women?

Eritel Am has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Eritel Am without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Eritel Am safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Eritel Am. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Eritel Am on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Eritel Am. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Eritel Am on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Eritel Am. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Eritel Am on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Eritel Am. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Eritel Am with Other Drugs

Eritel Am should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Itraconazole

Carbamazepine

Moderate

Insulin Aspart

Eritel Am Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Eritel Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Angioedema

Frequently asked Questions about Eritel Am

Is this Eritel Am habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Eritel Am has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Eritel Am, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Eritel Am can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Eritel Am only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Eritel Am in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Eritel Am Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Eritel Am

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Eritel Am with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Eritel Am

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Eritel Am and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Eritel Am

Question about 5 years ago

How does Eritel Am work

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Eritel Am 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 Eritel Am decreases the blood pressure.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Eritel Am cause weight gain?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

No, Eritel Am 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 Eritel Am is causing weight gain then discuss with your doctor instantly.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Eritel Am?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Eritel Am 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. Eritel Am 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 Eritel Am exactly as prescribed by their doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Eritel Am?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Eritel Am 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. Eritel Am is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.