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Ecotel, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Heart Failure, High BP. Other than this, Ecotel has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ecotel. 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 Ecotel include Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ecotel can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Ecotel 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, Ecotel's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ecotel's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Ecotel since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Drug interactions for Ecotel have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ecotel is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Ecotel 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 Ecotel safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Ecotel. If you are pregnant, do not take Ecotel without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ecotel safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Ecotel on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Ecotel on the Kidneys?
Ecotel is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Ecotel on the Liver?
Ecotel is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Ecotel on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Ecotel on the heart have been reported.
Ecotel 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 Ecotel unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ecotel habit forming or addictive?
Ecotel does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ecotel, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ecotel can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ecotel only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ecotel for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ecotel
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Ecotel to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ecotel
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Ecotel as it can have severe side effects.
Ecotel 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 Ecotel decreases the blood pressure.
Yes, Ecotel causes hyperkalemia (high amount of potassium in the blood). Therefore, monitoring of blood potassium levels is important during Ecotel therapy.
No, Ecotel doesn't cause a headache. However, if you experience a headache while using Ecotel, please consult your doctor without any delay.
No, Ecotel is not bad for kidneys. In fact, it protects the kidneys, thus, it is suitable for people with diabetes and mild-to-moderate kidney disease.
Yes, Ecotel may cause a cough on rare occasions. If you experience a cough while taking Ecotel, please talk to your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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