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Telpres 80 Tablet (10) is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Heart Failure, High BP. Telpres 80 Tablet (10) also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Telpres 80 Tablet (10) is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Telpres 80 Tablet (10) also has some side effects, the most common being Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Telpres 80 Tablet (10) can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Telpres 80 Tablet (10) go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Telpres 80 Tablet (10)'s effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Telpres 80 Tablet (10) related warnings talks about Telpres 80 Tablet (10)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Telpres 80 Tablet (10) is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects.
Drug reaction of Telpres 80 Tablet (10) with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Telpres 80 Tablet (10) is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Telpres 80 Tablet (10) 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 Telpres 80 Tablet (10) is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Telpres 80 Tablet (10) safe for pregnant women?
Telpres 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 Telpres 80 Tablet (10) safe during breastfeeding?
Telpres may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Telpres 80 Tablet (10) on the Kidneys?
Telpres does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Telpres 80 Tablet (10) on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Telpres on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Telpres 80 Tablet (10) on the Heart?
Side effects of Telpres rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Telpres 80 Tablet (10) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Telpres 80 Tablet (10) habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Telpres 80 Tablet (10).
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Telpres 80 Tablet (10) you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Telpres 80 Tablet (10) is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Telpres 80 Tablet (10) for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Telpres 80 Tablet (10)
Telpres 80 Tablet (10) may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Telpres 80 Tablet (10)
Taking alcohol with Telpres 80 Tablet (10) can be dangerous.
No, Telpres doesn't cause depression. However, if you experience depression while taking Telpres, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Telpres 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. Telpres is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.
Telpres 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 Telpres decreases the blood pressure.
No, Telpres is not a beta blocker/calcium channel blocker/diuretic/blood thinner/ace inhibitor. It is angiotensin II receptor blocker (an antihypertensive drug).
Yes, it is safe to take Telpres 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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