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Telsartan 40 Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) in adults and to reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke in adults. It contains Telmisartan, which widens and relaxes blood vessels. Thus, lowers high blood pressure. In some cases, you may experience side effects such as diarrhoea, sinus infection, back pain, or low blood pressure. 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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Composition :

TELMISARTAN-40MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Telsartan 40 Tablet

Telsartan 40 Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) in adults and to reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke in adults. Essential hypertension is a medical condition in which the blood pressure is elevated persistently in the arteries without any known cause. On the other hand, heart attack or stroke occurs due to blocked blood flow to the heart or brain, respectively.

Telsartan 40 Tablet works by blocking the action of a hormone called angiotensin II in the body. This hormone causes blood vessels to narrow, leading to high blood pressure. By blocking this action, Telsartan 40 Tablet widens and relaxes blood vessels, lowering high blood pressure.

You can take Telsartan 40 Tablet irrespective of food and swallow it whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it. Your doctor will tell you how often you should take your tablets based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience diarrhoea, sinus infection, back pain, or low blood pressure. Most of these side effects of Telsartan 40 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.

Telsartan 40 Tablet is not for pregnant women as its use during your pregnancy can cause injury and even death to your unborn baby. It is not known whether Telsartan 40 Tablet passes into your breast milk or not. Your doctor will decide if you will take Telsartan 40 Tablet while using Telsartan 40 Tablet and breastfeeding together. Prolonged intake of Telsartan 40 Tablet may cause high potassium in the blood (hyperkalemia). Avoid potassium supplements with Telsartan 40 Tablet as they may lead to high potassium levels in the blood, so the doctor may ask you to check your potassium level regularly. Do not consume alcohol with Telsartan 40 Tablet as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Taking Telsartan 40 Tablet with painkillers (like aspirin and ibuprofen) can increase the risk of kidney problems and reduce the efficiency of Telsartan 40 Tablet .

Uses of Telsartan 40 Tablet

Treatment of High blood pressure (hypertension), Prevention of heart attack and stroke.

Directions for Use

Use Telsartan 40 Tablet only when prescribed by a doctor. Always take Telsartan 40 Tablet exactly as your doctor told you. Your doctor will advise you how often to take your tablets based on your medical condition. Swallow the tablet with a glass of water daily simultaneously for effective results.

Medicinal Benefits

Telsartan 40 Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. It is an angiotensin II receptor blocker that decreases high blood pressure by widening and relaxing the blood vessels by blocking the action of a hormone called angiotensin II in the body. Angiotensin II causes blood vessels to narrow, leading to high blood pressure.

How Telsartan 40 Tablet Works

Telsartan 40 Tablet works by blocking the action of a hormone called angiotensin II in the body. This hormone causes blood vessels to narrow, leading to high blood pressure. By blocking this action, Telsartan 40 Tablet widens and relaxes blood vessels, lowering high blood pressure.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Telsartan 40 Tablet

  • Diarrhoea
  • Sinus infection
  • Back pain
  • Low blood pressure

What if I have taken an overdose of Telsartan 40 Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Telsartan 40 Tablet as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Telsartan 40 Tablet is not recommended for people with impaired kidney function, diabetes or severe liver problems. Telsartan 40 Tablet may increase the risk of low blood pressure when taken with alcohol. Telsartan 40 Tablet may cause tiredness or dizziness in some people. Make sure you are not affected before driving. Breastfeeding women are advised to consult a doctor before taking Telsartan 40 Tablet . Avoid potassium supplements with Telsartan 40 Tablet as they may lead to high potassium levels in the blood, so the doctor may ask you to check your potassium level regularly. Do not consume alcohol with Telsartan 40 Tablet as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Taking Telsartan 40 Tablet with painkillers (like aspirin and ibuprofen) can increase the risk of kidney problems and reduce the efficiency of Telsartan 40 Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions

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TelmisartanAliskiren
Critical
TelmisartanTrimethoprim
Severe

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TelmisartanAliskiren
Critical
How does the drug interact with Telsartan 40 Tablet:
Co-administration of Aliskiren with Telsartan 40 Tablet can increase the risk of hyperkalemia (high potassium levels in the blood).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Telsartan 40 Tablet with Aliskiren can possibly lead to an interaction, please consult a doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
TelmisartanTrimethoprim
Severe
How does the drug interact with Telsartan 40 Tablet:
Taking trimethoprim with Telsartan 40 Tablet may increase potassium levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Telsartan 40 Tablet 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.
TelmisartanAmiloride
Severe
How does the drug interact with Telsartan 40 Tablet:
Co-administration of amiloride with Telsartan 40 Tablet may increase potassium levels in the blood. (High potassium levels can cause hyperkalemia, which can lead to kidney failure, muscular paralysis, abnormal heart rhythm).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, amiloride may lead to an interaction but can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. 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 important to maintain proper fluid intake while taking these medications. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
TelmisartanEnalapril
Severe
How does the drug interact with Telsartan 40 Tablet:
Co-administration of Enalapril with Telsartan 40 Tablet 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 Telsartan 40 Tablet, 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 Telsartan 40 Tablet:
Taking quinapril with Telsartan 40 Tablet 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, Telsartan 40 Tablet 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.
TelmisartanTizanidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Telsartan 40 Tablet:
Taking tizanidine with Telsartan 40 Tablet may have additive effects in lowering the blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Telsartan 40 Tablet can be taken with tizanidine if prescribed by your doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms of low blood pressure, such as headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate. Be cautious when getting up from a sitting or lying position. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
TelmisartanEluxadoline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Telsartan 40 Tablet:
Co-administration of Telsartan 40 Tablet increases levels of eluxadoline by increasing metabolism.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Telsartan 40 Tablet with Eluxadoline together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TelmisartanSpironolactone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Telsartan 40 Tablet:
Taking spironolactone with Telsartan 40 Tablet may increase potassium levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Telsartan 40 Tablet can be taken with spironolactone 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.
TelmisartanRamipril
Severe
How does the drug interact with Telsartan 40 Tablet:
Taking ramipril with Telsartan 40 Tablet 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, Telsartan 40 Tablet 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.
TelmisartanBenazepril
Severe
How does the drug interact with Telsartan 40 Tablet:
Taking Telsartan 40 Tablet 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, Telsartan 40 Tablet 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.

Drug-Food Interactions

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TELMISARTAN-40MGPotassium rich foods
Moderate

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TELMISARTAN-40MGPotassium rich foods
Moderate
Common Foods to Avoid:
Lentils, Orange Juice, Oranges, Raisins, Potatoes, Salmon Dried, Spinach, Sweet Potatoes, Tomatoes, Coconut Water, Beans, Beetroot, Broccoli, Bananas, Apricots, Avocado, Yogurt

How to manage the interaction:
Consuming potassium-rich foods may cause high levels of potassium. Avoid potassium-containing salt substitutes or over-the-counter potassium supplements while on treatment with Telsartan 40 Tablet. Consult the doctor if you experience symptoms of high levels of potassium such as weakness, irregular heartbeat, confusion, tingling of the extremities, or feelings of heaviness in the legs.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain a low-salt diet and avoid processed foods, which contain more sodium. Try to replace salt with spices or herbs to add flavour to the food.
  • Regular exercise such as cycling, walking, jogging, dancing, or swimming should be done for a minimum of 30 minutes daily.
  • Chronic stress may also cause high blood pressure. Therefore, avoid stress by changing your expectations, adjusting to how you react in certain situations, and making time for yourself to do activities you enjoy.
  • Maintain a diet that is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy products.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol intake.

Habit Forming

No

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with Telsartan 40 Tablet as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure and cause adverse effects such as dizziness, fainting, light-headedness or headache.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Telsartan 40 Tablet is a Category D pregnancy drug and is considered unsafe for pregnant women, especially in the second and third trimesters.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Avoid breastfeeding while taking Telsartan 40 Tablet as it may be unsafe for the baby.

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Driving

Unsafe

Telsartan 40 Tablet may cause dizziness or tiredness in some people. So, make sure you are not affected before driving or operating machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Take Telsartan 40 Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust the dose as required. Telsartan 40 Tablet is not recommended for patients with severe liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Telsartan 40 Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust the dose as required.

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Children

Unsafe

It is not recommended for children below 12 years as the safety and effectiveness in children are not established.

FAQs

Telsartan 40 Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) in adults and to reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke in adults.

No, you are not recommended to take Telsartan 40 Tablet with antidepressants or barbiturates as it may cause dizziness. However, please consult your doctor before taking Telsartan 40 Tablet with any other medicines.

Telsartan 40 Tablet may increase potassium levels in the blood (hyperkalemia). Therefore, it is recommended to avoid potassium supplements and foods that are rich in potassium, such as coconut water, bananas, and broccoli.

No, Telsartan 40 Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, as it may harm the developing baby. Therefore, if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, please inform your doctor before taking Telsartan 40 Tablet .

You are not recommended to take more than the prescribed dose of Telsartan 40 Tablet as it may cause Telsartan 40 Tablet overdose resulting in symptoms such as dizziness, low blood pressure, fast or slow heartbeat. However, if you experience any of these symptoms while taking Telsartan 40 Tablet , please consult a doctor immediately.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd., 8-2-337, Road No. 3, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana 500034, INDIA
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