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Sartel is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Heart Failure, High BP. Other than this, Sartel has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Sartel depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Sartel include Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Sartel as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Sartel normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Sartel's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Sartel's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Sartel is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects.
Drug reaction of Sartel with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Sartel is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Sartel 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
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Is the use of Sartel safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Sartel. If you are pregnant, do not take Sartel without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Sartel safe during breastfeeding?
Sartel has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Sartel on the Kidneys?
Sartel is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Sartel on the Liver?
Sartel may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Sartel on the Heart?
Sartel may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Sartel 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 Sartel unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sartel habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Sartel is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Sartel. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Sartel is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Sartel for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Sartel
Some foods when eaten with Sartel can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sartel
Consumption of alcohol and Sartel together may have severe effects on your health.
No, Sartel 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 Sartel is causing weight gain then discuss with your doctor instantly.
Yes, Sartel may cause a cough on rare occasions. If you experience a cough while taking Sartel, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Sartel 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. Sartel 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 Sartel exactly as prescribed by their doctor.
Sartel 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 Sartel decreases the blood pressure.
No, Sartel is not a beta blocker/calcium channel blocker/diuretic/blood thinner/ace inhibitor. It is angiotensin II receptor blocker (an antihypertensive drug).
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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