Telista 20 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Heart Failure, High BP. Secondary and off-label uses of Telista 20 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Telista 20 Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Telista 20 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Telista 20 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Telista 20 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Telista 20 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Telista 20 Tablet related warnings talks about Telista 20 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Telista 20 Tablet 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.
Drug reaction of Telista 20 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Telista 20 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Telista 20 Tablet 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 Telista 20 Tablet is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Telista 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Telista. If you are pregnant, do not take Telista without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Telista 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Telista has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Telista 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Using Telista does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Telista 20 Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Telista on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Telista 20 Tablet on the Heart?
Telista is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Telista 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Telista 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Telista 20 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Telista 20 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Telista 20 Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Telista 20 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Telista 20 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Telista 20 Tablet
Telista 20 Tablet may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Telista 20 Tablet
Consuming Telista 20 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Telista 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 Telista decreases the blood pressure.
Yes, Telista may cause a cough on rare occasions. If you experience a cough while taking Telista, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Yes, it is safe to take Telista 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.
No, Telista does not cause weight gain. Weight gain has rarely been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight gain and you are in doubt that Telista is causing weight gain then discuss with your doctor instantly.
No, Telista is not a beta blocker/calcium channel blocker/diuretic/blood thinner/ace inhibitor. It is angiotensin II receptor blocker (an antihypertensive drug).
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