Telkonol 40 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Heart Failure, High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Telkonol 40 Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Telkonol 40 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Telkonol 40 Tablet include Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. Some other side effects of Telkonol 40 Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Telkonol 40 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Telkonol 40 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Telkonol 40 Tablet related warnings talks about Telkonol 40 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Telkonol 40 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Drug interactions for Telkonol 40 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Telkonol 40 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Telkonol 40 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 Telkonol 40 Tablet is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Telkonol 40 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Telkonol shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Telkonol 40 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Telkonol may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Telkonol 40 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Telkonol is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Telkonol 40 Tablet on the Liver?
Telkonol is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Telkonol 40 Tablet on the Heart?
Telkonol is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Telkonol 40 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Telkonol 40 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Telkonol 40 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Telkonol 40 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Telkonol 40 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Telkonol 40 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Telkonol 40 Tablet
Telkonol 40 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 Telkonol 40 Tablet
Taking Telkonol 40 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, Telkonol doesn't cause a headache. However, if you experience a headache while using Telkonol, please consult your doctor without any delay.
No, Telkonol 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 Telkonol is causing weight gain then discuss with your doctor instantly.
No, Telkonol 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, Telkonol causes hyponatremia (low level of sodium in the blood). Treatment with telmisartan might call for a regular blood monitoring for checking sodium levels.
Telkonol is the brand name for telmisartan. It belongs to a group of medications known as angiotensin II receptor blockers. It is available in the form of tablets. Telkonol is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.
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