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Etela H is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Etela H also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Etela H is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Etela H include Headache, Diarrhoea, Back Pain. While these are the most often observed Etela H side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Etela H 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 Etela H has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Etela H has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Etela H related warnings section.
Etela H is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Angioedema, Hypoparathyroidism as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Etela H contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Etela H have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Etela H is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Etela H 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 Etela H is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Etela H safe for pregnant women?
Etela H has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Etela H without medical advice.
Is the use of Etela H safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Etela H. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Etela H on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Etela H. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Etela H on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Etela H. 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.
What is the effect of Etela H on the Heart?
Etela H may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Etela H 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 Etela H unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Etela H habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Etela H has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Etela H you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Etela H should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Etela H in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Etela H
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Etela H with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Etela H
Information about the interaction of Etela H and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Etela 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. Etela 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, Etela H may cause a cough on rare occasions. If you experience a cough while taking Etela H, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Yes, Etela H causes hyponatremia (low level of sodium in the blood). Treatment with telmisartan might call for a regular blood monitoring for checking sodium levels.
Etela 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 Etela H decreases the blood pressure.
No, Etela H does not cause weight gain. Weight gain has rarely been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight gain and you are in doubt that Etela H is causing weight gain then discuss with your doctor instantly.
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