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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Eritel-B 50 Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It may also be used to lower the risk of heart attack and stroke in future. It contains Telmisartan and Metoprolol, which relaxes the blood vessels and allows the blood to flow more smoothly. Thus, it lowers the blood pressure. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as headache, nausea, dizziness, weakness, stomach pain, and slow heart rate. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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About Eritel-B 50 Tablet

Eritel-B 50 Tablet belongs to the class antihypertensive agents used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It may also be used to lower the risk of heart attack and stroke in future. High blood pressure is a condition in which the force of the blood against the artery walls is too high leading to hypertension. Symptoms of high blood pressure include headache, dizziness, nose bleed, changes in vision, chest pain, weakness and dyspnoea (shortness of breath).

Eritel-B 50 Tablet is a combination of two high blood pressure-lowering medicines: Telmisartan and Metoprolol. Telmisartan belongs to the class of drugs called Angiotensin II receptor antagonists that works by blocking the angiotensin II receptor, relaxing the blood vessels and lowering the blood pressure. Metoprolol belongs to the class of drugs known as beta-blockers which reduces blood pressure by allowing the blood to flow more smoothly. Together, Eritel-B 50 Tablet helps in reducing the raised blood pressure. 

Take Eritel-B 50 Tablet as prescribed. You are advised to take Eritel-B 50 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as headache, nausea, dizziness, weakness, stomach pain, and slow heart rate. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Eritel-B 50 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Try not to stop taking it on your own as it may cause a sudden increase the blood pressure, chest pain or heart attack. Consult your doctor before starting Eritel-B 50 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Eritel-B 50 Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid alcohol consumption with Eritel-B 50 Tablet as it may cause increased dizziness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions.

Uses of Eritel-B 50 Tablet

Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure).

Directions for Use

Swallow Eritel-B 50 Tablet as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, break or chew it. Eritel-B 50 Tablet can be taken with or without food. Based on your medical condition your doctor will advise the dose and duration.

Medicinal Benefits

Eritel-B 50 Tablet is a combination of two blood pressure-lowering medicines: Telmisartan and Metoprolol. Telmisartan belongs to the class of drugs called Angiotensin II receptor antagonists. It works by blocking the angiotensin II receptor, thereby relaxing the blood vessels and lowering the blood pressure. Metoprolol belongs to the class of drugs known as Beta-blockers. It helps to reduce blood pressure by allowing the blood to flow more smoothly. Together, Eritel-B 50 Tablet helps in lowering blood pressure to normal.

How Eritel-B 50 Tablet Works

Eritel-B 50 Tablet is a combination of two high blood pressure-lowering medicines: Telmisartan and Metoprolol. Telmisartan belongs to the class of drugs called Angiotensin II receptor antagonists that works by blocking the angiotensin II receptor, relaxing the blood vessels and lowering the blood pressure. Metoprolol belongs to the class of drugs known as beta-blockers which reduces blood pressure by allowing the blood to flow more smoothly. Together, Eritel-B 50 Tablet helps in reducing the raised blood pressure.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Eritel-B 50 Tablet

  • Headcahe
  • Tiredness
  • Dizziness
  • Slow heart rate
  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

What if I have taken an overdose of Eritel-B 50 Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Eritel-B 50 Tablet as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Eritel-B 50 Tablet if you are allergic to telmisartan or metoprolol. Inform your doctor if you are taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors, aliskiren, quinidine, disopyramide, or other blood pressure-lowering medicines. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Eritel-B 50 Tablet . Eritel-B 50 Tablet is not recommended for children. Eritel-B 50 Tablet may cause dizziness and tiredness, so drive or operate heavy machinery only if you are alert. Keep your doctor informed if you have kidney or liver diseases, biliary obstruction, heart problems, low blood pressure, diabetes, elevated potassium levels, blood circulation problems, asthma, COPD, metabolic acidosis, phaeochromocytoma, slow heart rate, psoriasis, myasthenia gravis, or prinzmetal angina.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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TelmisartanAliskiren
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TelmisartanEnalapril
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TelmisartanAliskiren
Critical
How does the drug interact with Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's:
Co-administration of Aliskiren with Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's can increase the risk of hyperkalemia (high potassium levels in the blood).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's with Aliskiren can possibly lead to an interaction, please consult a doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
TelmisartanEnalapril
Severe
How does the drug interact with Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's:
Co-administration of Enalapril with Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's can increase the risk of kidney failure, low blood pressure, and high potassium levels.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Enalapril and Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, contact a doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, tingling of the hands and feet, or feelings of heaviness in the legs, so it's important to seek medical help. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
TelmisartanQuinapril
Severe
How does the drug interact with Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's:
Taking quinapril with Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's may increase the risk of side effects such as low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and high blood potassium.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's can be taken with quinapril if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms of high potassium, such as nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Maintain adequate fluid intake during treatment with these medications. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
TelmisartanTrimethoprim
Severe
How does the drug interact with Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's:
Taking trimethoprim with Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's may increase potassium levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's and trimethoprim, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, and a weak pulse. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
TelmisartanPotassium iodide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's:
Taking Potassium Iodide with Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's can make high levels of potassium in the blood more likely.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Potassium iodide and Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
TelmisartanRamipril
Severe
How does the drug interact with Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's:
Taking ramipril with Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's may increase the risk of side effects such as low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and high blood potassium.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's can be taken with ramipril if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms of high potassium such as nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Maintain adequate fluid intake during treatment with these medications. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
TelmisartanPotassium citrate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's:
Taking Potassium citrate with Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's together may increase potassium levels in the blood, which can lead to kidney failure, muscular paralysis, and abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Potassium citrate with Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult the doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. It is essential to maintain proper fluid intake while taking these medications. It is advised to reduce the intake of potassium-rich foods. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
TelmisartanBenazepril
Severe
How does the drug interact with Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's:
Taking Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's with benazepril may increase the risk of side effects such as low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and high blood potassium.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's can be taken with benazepril if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms of high potassium such as nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Maintain adequate fluid intake during treatment with these medications. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
TelmisartanPotassium acetate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's:
Co-administration of Potassium acetate can make Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's more likely to cause high levels of potassium in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Potassium acetate and Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
TelmisartanEnalapril
Severe
How does the drug interact with Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's:
Coadministration of enalapril with Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's may increase the risk of hyperkalemia (high potassium levels in the blood), hypotension, syncope (fainting), and renal failure due to additive or synergistic effects. If you are elderly, dehydrated, or have a history of renal or heart illness, your risk is enhanced.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Enalapril together with Eritel-B 50 Tablet 15's may possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, contact your doctor immediately if you experience signs and symptoms of hyperkalemia, such as nausea, vomiting, confusion, numbness, tingling in hands and feet, and irregular heartbeat. It is advised to limit the intake of potassium-rich foods like tomatoes, bananas, papayas, mangoes, beans, and potassium-containing supplements. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • You are advised to consume low salt and low-fat diet while taking Eritel-B 50 Tablet . 

  • Regular exercise is also recommended to complement treatment with Eritel-B 50 Tablet .

  • Eat a diet rich in whole grains, vegetables, fruits.

  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

  • Maintain a healthy weight with proper diet and exercise.

  • Managing stress with meditation, yoga, massage would also help in treating high blood pressure.

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No

Therapeutic Class

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Eritel-B 50 Tablet to avoid unpleasant side effects. Alcohol intake might interfere with the working of Eritel-B 50 Tablet and may cause increased dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

It is not recommended to take Eritel-B 50 Tablet while you are pregnant. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will decide whether Eritel-B 50 Tablet can be given to pregnant women or not.

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Breast Feeding

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It is not recommended to take Eritel-B 50 Tablet while you are breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will decide whether Eritel-B 50 Tablet can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

Eritel-B 50 Tablet may cause dizziness, do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Eritel-B 50 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment/liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Eritel-B 50 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment/kidney disease.

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Children

Unsafe

Eritel-B 50 Tablet is not recommended for children below 18years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.

FAQs

Eritel-B 50 Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It may also be used to lower the risk of heart attack and stroke in future.
Eritel-B 50 Tablet contains telmisartan and metoprolol. Telmisartan works by blocking the angiotensin II receptor. Angiotensin II constricts the blood vessels, so by blocking its effect, telmisartan allows the blood vessels to relax and widen. Metoprolol helps to reduce blood pressure by allowing the blood to flow more smoothly. Together, Eritel-B 50 Tablet helps in reducing the blood pressure to normal.
Eritel-B 50 Tablet may cause a slow heart rate (bradycardia). A minor fluctuation should not be a worry, however, if slow heart rate continues and you begin to feel unwell, speak with your doctor.
Eritel-B 50 Tablet may alter potassium levels. Therefore, inform your doctor if you are taking food rich in potassium such as potassium-containing salt substitutes or over-the-counter potassium supplements.
Please do not stop taking Eritel-B 50 Tablet without consulting your doctor on your own as it may lead to rise in blood pressure. Continue taking Eritel-B 50 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Eritel-B 50 Tablet .
Orthostatic hypotension could be a side-effect of Eritel-B 50 Tablet . Orthostatic hypotension is a sudden lowering in blood pressure leading to dizziness on standing. If you experience this, do not try to stand up suddenly or start walking, instead lie down and get up slowly only when you feel better. People taking Eritel-B 50 Tablet are advised to regularly monitor their blood pressure levels to avoid unpleasant events.
You are advised to stop smoking and alcohol consumption. Consume low salt and low-fat diet and maintain a healthy diet rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Regular exercise is recommended while taking Eritel-B 50 Tablet as it helps to lower blood pressure and improves blood flow.
Store Eritel-B 50 Tablet at a temperature not exceeding 30°C. Keep out of reach of children.
No, Eritel-B 50 Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding as it may harm the foetus or feeding baby.
If you miss a dose of Eritel-B 50 Tablet , do not worry. Take it as soon as you remember. But, if it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your regular dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
Eritel-B 50 Tablet might start lowering blood pressure within a few days but might take a few weeks to fully work.
Yes, avoid taking Eritel-B 50 Tablet if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Additionally, if you have severe liver, kidney or heart problems, use it with caution.

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India

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8th Floor, Commerce House IV, Prahladnagar, Ahmedabad – 380015 Gujarat, India
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