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Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) Information

Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. The alternative uses of Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) 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.

Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Dizziness, Weakness. While these are the most often observed Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) in conditions like Diabetes, Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Angioedema.

Drug reaction of Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Cortel M Benefits & Uses
Cortel M Dosage & How to Take
Cortel M Side Effects
Cortel M Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Cortel M with Other Drugs
Cortel M Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cortel M
Cortel M Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) Benefits & Uses

Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Telmisartan (40 mg), Metoprolol (12.5 mg)/Tablet
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Telmisartan (80 mg), Metoprolol (25 mg)/Tablet, dose may decrease as needed
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Telmisartan (80 mg), Metoprolol (25 mg)/Tablet, dose may decrease as needed

Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) is used -

Severe

Arrhythimia

Common

Headache
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Weakness

Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) Related Warnings

Is the use of Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) safe for pregnant women?

Cortel M should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) safe during breastfeeding?

Cortel M does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) on the Kidneys?

Cortel M may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Cortel M. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) on the Heart?

Cortel M may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) with Other Drugs

Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Dexamethasone

Captopril

Moderate

Insulin Aspart

Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes
Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
Angioedema

Frequently asked Questions about Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10)

Is this Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10), you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10)

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10), due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10)

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10) with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cortel M 40 Mg/50 Mg Tablet (10)

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Cortel M a beta blocker/calcium channel blocker/diuretic/blood thinner/ace inhibitor?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

No, Cortel M is not a beta blocker/calcium channel blocker/diuretic/blood thinner/ace inhibitor. It is angiotensin II receptor blocker (an antihypertensive drug).

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cortel M cause depression?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, Cortel M doesn't cause depression. However, if you experience depression while taking Cortel M, please talk to your doctor immediately.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Cortel M?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Cortel M 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. Cortel M 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 Cortel M exactly as prescribed by their doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cortel M cause hyponatremia?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cortel M causes hyponatremia (low level of sodium in the blood). Treatment with telmisartan might call for a regular blood monitoring for checking sodium levels.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Cortel M work

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Cortel M 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 Cortel M decreases the blood pressure.