Telfirst 40 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Telfirst 40 Tablet Information

Telfirst 40 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Heart Failure, High BP. Other than this, Telfirst 40 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Telfirst 40 Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Telfirst 40 Tablet include Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. Some other side effects of Telfirst 40 Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Telfirst 40 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Telfirst 40 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Telfirst 40 Tablet related warnings talks about Telfirst 40 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Telfirst 40 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Telfirst 40 Tablet in conditions like Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy.

Drug interactions for Telfirst 40 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Telfirst 40 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Telfirst Benefits & Uses
Telfirst Dosage & How to Take
Telfirst Side Effects
Telfirst Related Warnings
Telfirst Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Telfirst
Telfirst Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Telfirst 40 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Telfirst 40 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Heart Failure
High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Other Benefits

Telfirst 40 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Telfirst 40 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Telfirst 40 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Telfirst should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Telfirst 40 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Telfirst has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Telfirst 40 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Telfirst does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Telfirst 40 Tablet on the Liver?

Telfirst is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Telfirst 40 Tablet on the Heart?

Side effects of Telfirst rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Telfirst 40 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Telfirst 40 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Angioedema
Hyperkalemia
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Telfirst 40 Tablet

Is this Telfirst 40 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Telfirst 40 Tablet has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Telfirst 40 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Telfirst 40 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Telfirst 40 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Telfirst 40 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Telfirst 40 Tablet

Taking Telfirst 40 Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Telfirst 40 Tablet

Taking Telfirst 40 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Telfirst 40 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Does Telfirst cause headache?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Telfirst doesn't cause a headache. However, if you experience a headache while using Telfirst, please consult your doctor without any delay.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Telfirst cause hyperkalemia?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Telfirst causes hyperkalemia (high amount of potassium in the blood). Therefore, monitoring of blood potassium levels is important during Telfirst therapy.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Telfirst a beta blocker/calcium channel blocker/diuretic/blood thinner/ace inhibitor?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

No, Telfirst is not a beta blocker/calcium channel blocker/diuretic/blood thinner/ace inhibitor. It is angiotensin II receptor blocker (an antihypertensive drug).

Question over 5 years ago

Is Telfirst bad for kidneys?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

No, Telfirst 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Telfirst cause hyponatremia?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Telfirst causes hyponatremia (low level of sodium in the blood). Treatment with telmisartan might call for a regular blood monitoring for checking sodium levels.