Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet include Headache, Diarrhoea, Back Pain. Some other side effects of Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Angioedema, Hypoparathyroidism must refrain from the use of Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet is used to treat the following -
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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet is used -
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Is the use of Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Telvas H has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Telvas H without medical advice.
Is the use of Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Telvas H may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Telvas H. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Telvas H. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Telvas H only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Telvas H. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Telvas H 80/12.5 Tablet with alcohol will be.
Telvas H 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. Telvas H is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.
No, Telvas H doesn't cause depression. However, if you experience depression while taking Telvas H, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Telvas H 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 Telvas H decreases the blood pressure.
No, Telvas H doesn't cause a headache. However, if you experience a headache while using Telvas H, please consult your doctor without any delay.
Yes, Telvas H may cause a cough on rare occasions. If you experience a cough while taking Telvas H, please talk to your doctor immediately.
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