Telsartan R 2.5 Tablet Benefits & Uses
Telsartan R 2.5 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
- High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)
- Heart Failure
Telsartan R 2.5 Tablet 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
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Telsartan R 2.5 Tablet Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Telsartan R 2.5 Tablet is used -
Severe
- Bradycardia
Mild
- Fatigue
- Weakness
- Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
- Headache
- Cough
- Vertigo
- Tremor
- Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
- Drowsiness
- Dry Mouth
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)
- Confusion
Telsartan R 2.5 Tablet Related Warnings
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Is the use of Telsartan R 2.5 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Telsartan R has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Telsartan R without medical advice.
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Is the use of Telsartan R 2.5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Telsartan R may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
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What is the effect of Telsartan R 2.5 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Telsartan R rarely harms the kidneys.
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What is the effect of Telsartan R 2.5 Tablet on the Liver?
Telsartan R has very mild side effects on the liver.
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What is the effect of Telsartan R 2.5 Tablet on the Heart?
Telsartan R has very mild side effects on the heart.
Telsartan R 2.5 Tablet Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Telsartan R 2.5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Angioedema
- Hyperkalemia
- Drug Allergy
- Allergy
- Angioedema
- Diabetes
- Heart Failure
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hyperkalemia
- Liver Disease
- Kidney Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Telsartan R 2.5 Tablet
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Is this Telsartan R 2.5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Telsartan R 2.5 Tablet is addictive.
Telsartan R 2.5 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Telsartan R 2.5 Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Telsartan R 2.5 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Telsartan R 2.5 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Telsartan R 2.5 Tablet with alcohol will be.
Frequently asked Questions about Telsartan R 2.5 Tablet
Question over 5 years ago
Does Telsartan R cause cough?
Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Telsartan R may cause a cough on rare occasions. If you experience a cough while taking Telsartan R, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Question about 6 years ago
What is Telsartan R?
Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician
Telsartan R 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. Telsartan R is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.
Question about 6 years ago
Is it safe to take Telsartan R?
Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician
Yes, it is safe to take Telsartan R 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.
Question almost 6 years ago
Does Telsartan R cause hyperkalemia?
Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Telsartan R causes hyperkalemia (high amount of potassium in the blood). Therefore, monitoring of blood potassium levels is important during Telsartan R therapy.
Question almost 6 years ago
Is Telsartan R a beta blocker/calcium channel blocker/diuretic/blood thinner/ace inhibitor?
Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician
No, Telsartan R is not a beta blocker/calcium channel blocker/diuretic/blood thinner/ace inhibitor. It is angiotensin II receptor blocker (an antihypertensive drug).
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