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Newtel 20 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Heart Failure, High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. Newtel 20 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Newtel 20 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Newtel 20 Tablet are Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Newtel 20 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Newtel 20 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Newtel 20 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Newtel 20 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Newtel 20 Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Newtel 20 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Additionally, Newtel 20 Tablet 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 Newtel 20 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Newtel 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 Newtel 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Newtel can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Newtel 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Newtel on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Newtel 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Newtel is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Newtel 20 Tablet on the Liver?
Newtel has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Newtel 20 Tablet on the Heart?
Newtel is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Newtel 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Newtel 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Newtel 20 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Newtel 20 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Newtel 20 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Newtel 20 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Newtel 20 Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Newtel 20 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Newtel 20 Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Newtel 20 Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
Newtel 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. Newtel is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.
No, Newtel is not a beta blocker/calcium channel blocker/diuretic/blood thinner/ace inhibitor. It is angiotensin II receptor blocker (an antihypertensive drug).
No, Newtel doesn't cause a headache. However, if you experience a headache while using Newtel, please consult your doctor without any delay.
Newtel 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 Newtel decreases the blood pressure.
Yes, Newtel causes hyperkalemia (high amount of potassium in the blood). Therefore, monitoring of blood potassium levels is important during Newtel therapy.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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