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Telminorm Am, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. The alternative uses of Telminorm Am have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Telminorm Am depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Telminorm Am include Headache, Dizziness, Palpitations (fluttering in chest). Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Telminorm Am can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Telminorm Am go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Telminorm Am has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Telminorm Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Telminorm Am is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Angioedema as it can result in adverse effects.
Additionally, Telminorm Am may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Telminorm Am is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Telminorm 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 Telminorm Am safe for pregnant women?
Telminorm AM 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 Telminorm Am safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Telminorm AM. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Telminorm Am on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Telminorm AM. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Telminorm Am on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Telminorm AM. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Telminorm AM only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Telminorm Am on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Telminorm AM. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Telminorm 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 Telminorm Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Telminorm Am habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Telminorm Am is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Telminorm Am. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Telminorm Am only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Telminorm Am in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Telminorm Am
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Telminorm Am together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Telminorm Am
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Telminorm Am with alcohol.
Yes, Telminorm AM causes hyponatremia (low level of sodium in the blood). Treatment with telmisartan might call for a regular blood monitoring for checking sodium levels.
No, Telminorm AM does not cause weight gain. Weight gain has rarely been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight gain and you are in doubt that Telminorm AM is causing weight gain then discuss with your doctor instantly.
No, Telminorm AM doesn't cause depression. However, if you experience depression while taking Telminorm AM, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Telminorm AM 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. Telminorm AM is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.
Telminorm 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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