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Axeten H 40 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Axeten H 40 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Axeten H 40 Tablet 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Axeten H 40 Tablet include Headache, Diarrhoea, Back Pain. While these are the most often observed Axeten H 40 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Axeten H 40 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Axeten H 40 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Axeten H 40 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Axeten H 40 Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Angioedema, Hypoparathyroidism must refrain from the use of Axeten H 40 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Axeten H 40 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Axeten H 40 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Axeten H 40 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Axeten H 40 Tablet is used to treat the following -
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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.
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Is the use of Axeten H 40 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Axeten H 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 Axeten H 40 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Axeten H may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Axeten H 40 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Axeten H can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Axeten H 40 Tablet on the Liver?
Axeten H can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Axeten H 40 Tablet on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Axeten H. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Axeten H 40 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Axeten H 40 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Axeten H 40 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Axeten H 40 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Axeten H 40 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Axeten H 40 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Axeten H 40 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Axeten H 40 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Axeten H 40 Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Axeten H 40 Tablet.
Yes, it is safe to take Axeten H as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, in some people, it may cause some side effects like back pain, sinusitis, and diaarhea.
Yes, Axeten H causes hyperkalemia (high amount of potassium in the blood). Therefore, monitoring of blood potassium levels is important during Axeten H therapy.
Axeten H 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. Axeten H is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.
Yes, Axeten H may cause a cough on rare occasions. If you experience a cough while taking Axeten H, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Axeten H 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 Axeten H decreases the blood pressure.
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