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Telmed is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Heart Failure, High BP. Other than this, Telmed has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Telmed. 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.
The side effects typically associated with Telmed include Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. While these are the most often observed Telmed side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Telmed are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Telmed's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Telmed's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Telmed related warnings section.
Telmed can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Telmed in conditions like Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy.
Additionally, Telmed may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Telmed is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Telmed 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 Telmed safe for pregnant women?
Telmed should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Telmed safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Telmed as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Telmed on the Kidneys?
Telmed is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Telmed on the Liver?
Telmed is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Telmed on the Heart?
Side effects of Telmed rarely affect the heart.
Telmed 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 Telmed unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Telmed habit forming or addictive?
Telmed is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Telmed you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Telmed is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Telmed for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Telmed
Taking Telmed with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Telmed
Taking alcohol with Telmed can be dangerous.
Yes, Telmed may cause a cough on rare occasions. If you experience a cough while taking Telmed, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Yes, Telmed causes hyperkalemia (high amount of potassium in the blood). Therefore, monitoring of blood potassium levels is important during Telmed therapy.
No, Telmed 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 Telmed is causing weight gain then discuss with your doctor instantly.
Yes, Telmed causes hyponatremia (low level of sodium in the blood). Treatment with telmisartan might call for a regular blood monitoring for checking sodium levels.
No, Telmed doesn't cause depression. However, if you experience depression while taking Telmed, please talk to your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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