Cresar Am is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Cresar Am also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Cresar Am depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Cresar Am also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Dizziness, Palpitations (fluttering in chest). Some other side effects of Cresar Am have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Cresar Am normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cresar Am is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Cresar Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Angioedema must refrain from the use of Cresar Am since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Drug reaction of Cresar Am with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cresar Am is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Cresar Am is used to treat the following -
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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cresar Am is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Cresar Am safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Cresar AM. If you are pregnant, do not take Cresar AM without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Cresar Am safe during breastfeeding?
Cresar AM may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Cresar Am on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Cresar AM. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Cresar Am on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Cresar AM. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Cresar AM only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Cresar Am on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Cresar AM. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Cresar Am should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cresar Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cresar Am habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Cresar Am has not been reported.
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 Cresar Am can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Cresar Am is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cresar Am cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Cresar Am
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Cresar Am and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cresar Am
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cresar Am with alcohol.
Yes, Cresar AM causes hyponatremia (low level of sodium in the blood). Treatment with telmisartan might call for a regular blood monitoring for checking sodium levels.
Yes, Cresar AM causes hyperkalemia (high amount of potassium in the blood). Therefore, monitoring of blood potassium levels is important during Cresar AM therapy.
Cresar AM 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. Cresar AM 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 Cresar AM exactly as prescribed by their doctor.
Cresar AM 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. Cresar AM is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.
No, Cresar AM doesn't cause depression. However, if you experience depression while taking Cresar AM, please talk to your doctor immediately.
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