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Telmas 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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Is the use of Telmas safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Telmas. If you are pregnant, do not take Telmas without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Telmas safe during breastfeeding?
Telmas has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Telmas on the Kidneys?
Telmas is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Telmas on the Liver?
Telmas is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Telmas on the Heart?
Telmas has very mild side effects on the heart.
Telmas should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Telmas unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Telmas habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Telmas has not been reported.
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 Telmas can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Telmas only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Telmas cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Telmas
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Telmas to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Telmas
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Telmas as it can have severe side effects.
Telmas 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 Telmas decreases the blood pressure.
Telmas 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. Telmas is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.
Telmas can be taken as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. You must not discontinue taking it even when you start feeling well. In addition, you must not take it more frequently as that can have adverse effects. Follow the recommendations of your doctor completely.
Yes, it is safe to take Telmas 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, Telmas 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 Telmas is causing weight gain then discuss with your doctor instantly.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 169-173
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 507
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Micardis® (telmisartan)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Twynsta® (telmisartan/amlodipine)
