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Newtel 80 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Heart Failure, High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Newtel 80 Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Newtel 80 Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Newtel 80 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Newtel 80 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Newtel 80 Tablet 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Newtel 80 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Newtel 80 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Newtel 80 Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Newtel 80 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Drug interactions for Newtel 80 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Newtel 80 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Newtel 80 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.
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Is the use of Newtel 80 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Newtel can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Newtel 80 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Newtel on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Newtel 80 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Newtel is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Newtel 80 Tablet on the Liver?
Newtel has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Newtel 80 Tablet on the Heart?
Newtel is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Newtel 80 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Newtel 80 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Newtel 80 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Newtel 80 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Newtel 80 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Newtel 80 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Newtel 80 Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Newtel 80 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Newtel 80 Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Newtel 80 Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
Newtel 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. Newtel is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.
No, Newtel is not a beta blocker/calcium channel blocker/diuretic/blood thinner/ace inhibitor. It is angiotensin II receptor blocker (an antihypertensive drug).
No, Newtel doesn't cause a headache. However, if you experience a headache while using Newtel, please consult your doctor without any delay.
Newtel 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 Newtel decreases the blood pressure.
Yes, Newtel causes hyperkalemia (high amount of potassium in the blood). Therefore, monitoring of blood potassium levels is important during Newtel therapy.
This medicine data has been created by -
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References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Micardis® (telmisartan)
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