Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology

Tel Cad AM is calcium channel blocker. It works by inhibiting the movement of calcium into vascular smooth muscle cells and cardiac cells which inhibits the contraction of cardiac muscle and vascular smooth muscle and reduce electrical conduction within heart cell and dilate blood vessel. Dilation of the blood vessel reduces the blood pressure.

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, use of Tel Cad AM has not been associated with memory loss. But if you are in doubt do discuss with your doctor to check for underlying medical conditions resulting in memory loss.

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Tel Cad AM comes in form of a tablet and ideally, it should be taken by mouth once daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, and hypothyroidism.

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Tel Cad AM does cause hair loss in some cases. If you are experiencing hair loss with this drug discuss with your doctor. Your doctor may prescribe alternative medicines to prevent further hair loss and promote hair growth.

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, Tel Cad AM does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Tel Cad AM might increase your blood sugar levels slightly, healthy people can tolerate it easily while diabetic patients might face some spike in blood sugar levels. So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case of a sudden spike inform your doctor and take medicines accordingly.