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Telzen is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Heart Failure, High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Telzen have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Telzen depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Telzen include Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. While these are the most often observed Telzen side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Telzen 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 Telzen is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Telzen related warnings talks about Telzen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Telzen can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Telzen in conditions like Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy.
Drug interactions for Telzen have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Telzen is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Telzen 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Telzen is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Telzen safe for pregnant women?
Telzen 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 Telzen safe during breastfeeding?
Telzen has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Telzen on the Kidneys?
Using Telzen does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Telzen on the Liver?
Telzen may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Telzen on the Heart?
Side effects of Telzen rarely affect the heart.
Telzen 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 Telzen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Telzen habit forming or addictive?
Telzen is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Telzen. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Telzen only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Telzen is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Telzen
When consumed with certain foods, Telzen may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Telzen
Consumption of alcohol and Telzen together may have severe effects on your health.
No, Telzen doesn't cause a headache. However, if you experience a headache while using Telzen, please consult your doctor without any delay.
Yes, Telzen causes hyperkalemia (high amount of potassium in the blood). Therefore, monitoring of blood potassium levels is important during Telzen therapy.
Yes, it is safe to take Telzen 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.
Telzen 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.
No, Telzen 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 Telzen is causing weight gain then discuss with your doctor instantly.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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