Telly: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Telly Information

Telly is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Heart Failure, High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Telly have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Telly. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Telly include Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Telly as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Telly go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Telly's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Telly's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Telly since this can cause severe adverse effects.

Drug reaction of Telly with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Telly is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Telly Benefits & Uses
Telly Dosage & How to Take
Telly Side Effects
Telly Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Telly with Other Drugs
Telly Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Telly
Telly Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Telly Benefits & Uses

Telly is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Telly 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

Telly Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Telly is used -

Severe

Bradycardia

Mild

Fatigue
Weakness
Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Headache

Common

Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Nausea or vomiting
Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)

Telly Related Warnings

Is the use of Telly safe for pregnant women?

Telly can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Telly safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Telly on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Telly on the Kidneys?

Telly does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Telly on the Liver?

Telly is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Telly on the Heart?

Telly has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Telly with Other Drugs

Telly should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Aliskiren

Moderate

Acarbose

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Phenylephrine

Dextromethorphan

Guaifenesin

Mild

Amlodipine

Telly Contraindications

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

Angioedema
Hyperkalemia
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Telly

Is this Telly habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Telly.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Telly as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Telly should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Telly is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Telly Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Telly

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Telly to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Telly

Taking alcohol with Telly can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Telly

Question over 5 years ago

Does Telly cause hyponatremia?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

Does Telly cause depression?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, Telly doesn't cause depression. However, if you experience depression while taking Telly, please talk to your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Telly cause headache?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

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

Question about 6 years ago

What is Telly?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Telly 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. Telly is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Telly bad for kidneys?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

No, Telly 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.