Offer - Urjas Oil for just ₹ 1 X
Etela is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Heart Failure, High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Etela have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Etela 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Etela include Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Etela as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Etela go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Etela's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Etela's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Etela since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Additionally, Etela may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Etela is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Etela 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
|
Geriatric |
|
Is the use of Etela safe for pregnant women?
Etela shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Etela safe during breastfeeding?
Etela has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Etela on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Etela on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Etela on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Etela on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Etela on the Heart?
Etela is rarely harmful for the heart.
Etela 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 Etela unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Etela habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Etela.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Etela as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Etela only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Etela in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Etela
Some foods when eaten with Etela can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Etela
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Etela as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Etela causes hyponatremia (low level of sodium in the blood). Treatment with telmisartan might call for a regular blood monitoring for checking sodium levels.
Yes, Etela causes hyperkalemia (high amount of potassium in the blood). Therefore, monitoring of blood potassium levels is important during Etela therapy.
No, Etela is not a beta blocker/calcium channel blocker/diuretic/blood thinner/ace inhibitor. It is angiotensin II receptor blocker (an antihypertensive drug).
Etela 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.
No, Etela doesn't cause a headache. However, if you experience a headache while using Etela, please consult your doctor without any delay.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 169-173
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 507
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Micardis® (telmisartan)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Twynsta® (telmisartan/amlodipine)