Telinsat 40mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Telmisartan (40mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Volentis Healthcare Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Telinsat 40mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Telinsat 40mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Lowering blood pressure helps to prevent future heart attacks and strokes. This medicine is also effective in preserving kidney function in patients with diabetes.
Telinsat 40mg Tablet is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It relaxes blood vessels by blocking the action of a chemical that usually makes blood vessels tighter. This lowers the blood pressure allowing the blood to flow more smoothly to different organs and the heart to pump more efficiently.
What is the recommended dosing schedule for Telinsat 40mg Tablet?
Telinsat 40mg Tablet is generally recommended to be taken once daily, either in the morning or in the evening. Consider taking it at the same time each day as it will help you to remember taking it.
How long does it take for Telinsat 40mg Tablet to work?
You may see an improvement within a few days. But, the maximum benefit can be seen within 4-8 weeks of starting treatment.
What should I do if my blood pressure is now controlled on Telinsat 40mg Tablet?
No, do not stop taking Telinsat 40mg Tablet without consulting your doctor even if your blood pressure is controlled. Stopping it suddenly may increase your blood pressure which could be detrimental for you. Telinsat 40mg Tablet does not cure high blood pressure but controls it. So, you may have to take the medicine lifelong. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.
Can I take Telinsat 40mg Tablet if I have kidney problems?
You can take Telinsat 40mg Tablet if it has been advised by your doctor. Your doctor may ask you to get regular tests done (potassium and creatinine levels) in order to monitor your kidney function. Telinsat 40mg Tablet may cause worsening of kidney function, therefore you should contact your doctor in case you notice swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands or unexplained weight gain.
Does Telinsat 40mg Tablet cause weight gain?
No, do not worry since Telinsat 40mg Tablet is not known to cause weight gain. In fact in animal studies Telinsat 40mg Tablet has been found to decrease fat tissue.
Can Telinsat 40mg Tablet affect blood glucose levels in diabetics?
Telinsat 40mg Tablet may lower blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes. Therefore, it is essential to keep a regular track of your blood glucose levels. Talk to your doctor if you are a diabetic because the dose of insulin or antidiabetic medicines may need adjustment.
What precautions should I take if taking ibuprofen and Telinsat 40mg Tablet together?
If you are taking ibuprofen and Telinsat 40mg Tablet together, you should continuously keep a check on your blood pressure and kidney function. Telinsat 40mg Tablet may enhance the side effects of ibuprofen which may further cause water retention, especially in patients taking Telinsat 40mg Tablet for heart failure. Ibuprofen may interfere with the working of Telinsat 40mg Tablet and decrease its efficiency at lowering blood pressure.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Telinsat 40mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
- No common side effects listed.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Telinsat 40mg Tablet.
Breastfeed
Information regarding the use of Telinsat 40mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
Telinsat 40mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
