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Telpres Am is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Telpres Am also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Telpres Am is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Telpres Am include Headache, Dizziness, Palpitations (fluttering in chest). While these are the most often observed Telpres Am side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Telpres Am 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 Telpres Am is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Telpres Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Telpres Am related warnings section.
Telpres Am is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Angioedema are examples of such conditions.
Besides this, Telpres Am may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Telpres Am is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Telpres Am is used to treat the following -
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 Telpres Am safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Telpres AM. If you are pregnant, do not take Telpres AM without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Telpres Am safe during breastfeeding?
Telpres AM may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Telpres Am on the Kidneys?
Telpres AM may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Telpres Am on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Telpres AM. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Telpres Am on the Heart?
Telpres AM can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Telpres Am should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Telpres Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Telpres Am habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Telpres Am has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Telpres Am you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Telpres Am is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Telpres Am cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Telpres Am
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Telpres Am together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Telpres Am
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Telpres Am.
Telpres AM 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.
Telpres 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 Telpres AM decreases the blood pressure.
Yes, Telpres AM may cause a cough on rare occasions. If you experience a cough while taking Telpres AM, please talk to your doctor immediately.
No, Telpres AM is not a beta blocker/calcium channel blocker/diuretic/blood thinner/ace inhibitor. It is angiotensin II receptor blocker (an antihypertensive drug).
No, Telpres AM 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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