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Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet Information

Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. While these are the most often observed Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet contraindications section.

Besides this, Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet 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 40 mg telmisartan and 5 mg ramipril
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 40 mg telmisartan and 5 mg ramipril

Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet is used -

Severe

Bradycardia

Mild

Fatigue
Weakness
Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Headache
Cough
Vertigo

Common

Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Nausea or vomiting
Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
Confusion

Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Arbitel-R 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 Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Arbitel-R as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Arbitel-R rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet on the Liver?

Arbitel-R has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet on the Heart?

Side effects of Arbitel-R rarely affect the heart.

Severe Interaction of Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet with Other Drugs

Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Aliskiren

Allopurinol

Amiloride

Amlodipine,Valsartan

Moderate

Acarbose

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Phenylephrine

Dextromethorphan

Guaifenesin

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Amitriptyline

Mild

Amlodipine

Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Angioedema
Hyperkalemia
Drug Allergy
Allergy
Angioedema
Diabetes
Heart Failure
Low Blood Pressure
Hyperkalemia
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet

Is this Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet is addictive.

Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet

Taking Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Frequently asked Questions about Arbitel R 40/5 Tablet

Question over 6 years ago

Is it safe to take Arbitel-R?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Yes, it is safe to take Arbitel-R 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.

Question almost 7 years ago

How does Arbitel-R work

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Arbitel-R 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 Arbitel-R decreases the blood pressure.

Question almost 7 years ago

What is Arbitel-R?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 6 years ago

Is Arbitel-R bad for kidneys?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

No, Arbitel-R 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.

Question almost 7 years ago

How to take Arbitel-R?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Arbitel-R 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. Arbitel-R 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 Arbitel-R exactly as prescribed by their doctor.