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Antel is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Heart Failure, High BP. Other than this, Antel has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Antel depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Antel include Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Antel can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Antel are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Antel is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Antel has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Antel related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Antel since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Besides this, Antel may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Antel is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Antel 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 Antel safe for pregnant women?
Antel shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Antel safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Antel for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Antel on the Kidneys?
Antel is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Antel on the Liver?
Antel is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Antel on the Heart?
Side effects of Antel rarely affect the heart.
Antel 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 Antel unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Antel habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Antel.
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 Antel can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Antel only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Antel cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Antel
When consumed with certain foods, Antel may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Antel
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Antel as it can have severe side effects.
No, Antel is not bad for kidneys. In fact, it protects the kidneys, thus, it is suitable for people with diabetes and mild-to-moderate kidney disease.
Yes, Antel causes hyperkalemia (high amount of potassium in the blood). Therefore, monitoring of blood potassium levels is important during Antel therapy.
Antel 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.
Antel is available in the form of tablets. A tablet is usually taken once a day, with or without food because food affects the absorption of this drug. It should be taken at exactly the same time every time to avoid skipping the dose. Antel might start showing the effects between 2 to 4 weeks, therefore, it is important to continue taking it even when you feel well. One should take Antel exactly as prescribed by their doctor.
Antel 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 Antel decreases the blood pressure.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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