Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

No, Telekast T does not raise blood pressure (hypertension). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Telekast T works by blocking the action of biologically active compounds (leukotrienes) which are responsible for narrowing and swelling of airways (bronchospasm) in the lungs and also causes allergic symptoms such as sneezing, stuffy, and runny nose. This provides relief to the patient from symptoms of allergic rhinitis and helps to prevent asthmatic attacks.

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Telekast T can be taken for running nose. It works by blocking a compound (leukotriene) which is responsible for it.

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Telekast T does not cause erectile dysfunction. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. It is not a known side effect of this drug.

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Take Telekast T once daily or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because food does not affect the absorption of drugs from the stomach. For asthma Telekast T has to be taken preferably in the evening but for prevention of breathing difficulty during exercise, you should take medicine at least 2 hours before the exercise. However, if you taking Telekast T once on daily basis then you do not need to take an extra dose to prevent breathing difficulties before exercise.