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Inditel 20 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Heart Failure, High BP. Inditel 20 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Inditel 20 Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Inditel 20 Tablet include Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. While these are the most often observed Inditel 20 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Inditel 20 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Inditel 20 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Inditel 20 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Inditel 20 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects.
Besides this, Inditel 20 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Inditel 20 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Inditel 20 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 Inditel 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Inditel. If you are pregnant, do not take Inditel without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Inditel 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Inditel may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Inditel 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Inditel does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Inditel 20 Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Inditel on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Inditel 20 Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Inditel rarely affect the heart.
Inditel 20 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Inditel 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Inditel 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Inditel 20 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Inditel 20 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Inditel 20 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Inditel 20 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Inditel 20 Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Inditel 20 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Inditel 20 Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Inditel 20 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Inditel causes hyperkalemia (high amount of potassium in the blood). Therefore, monitoring of blood potassium levels is important during Inditel therapy.
Inditel 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 Inditel decreases the blood pressure.
No, Inditel 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 Inditel is causing weight gain then discuss with your doctor instantly.
No, Inditel doesn't cause depression. However, if you experience depression while taking Inditel, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Inditel 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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