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Supertel, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Heart Failure, High BP. Other than this, Supertel has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Supertel. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Supertel also has some side effects, the most common being Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. While these are the most often observed Supertel side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Supertel 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.
It is also important to note that Supertel has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Supertel has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Supertel related warnings section.
Supertel is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions.
Besides this, Supertel may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Supertel is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Supertel 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 Supertel is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Supertel safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Supertel. If you are pregnant, do not take Supertel without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Supertel safe during breastfeeding?
Supertel has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Supertel on the Kidneys?
Using Supertel does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Supertel on the Liver?
Supertel has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Supertel on the Heart?
Supertel is rarely harmful for the heart.
Supertel 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 Supertel unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Supertel habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Supertel.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Supertel. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Supertel only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Supertel in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Supertel
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Supertel to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Supertel
Consuming Supertel with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
No, Supertel doesn't cause depression. However, if you experience depression while taking Supertel, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Yes, Supertel may cause a cough on rare occasions. If you experience a cough while taking Supertel, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Supertel 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 Supertel decreases the blood pressure.
No, Supertel is not bad for kidneys. In fact, it protects the kidneys, thus, it is suitable for people with diabetes and mild-to-moderate kidney disease.
Yes, it is safe to take Supertel 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience