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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Sartel is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
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.
Sartel 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. Sartel is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.
Yes, it is safe to take Sartel as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, in some people, it may cause some side effects like back pain, sinusitis, and diaarhea.
Yes, Sartel causes hyperkalemia (high amount of potassium in the blood). Therefore, monitoring of blood potassium levels is important during Sartel therapy.
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 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.
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