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Temsan H is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Other than this, Temsan H has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Temsan H depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Temsan H include Headache, Diarrhoea, Back Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Temsan H can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Temsan H go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Temsan H has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Temsan H has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Temsan H related warnings section.
Temsan H can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Temsan H in conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Angioedema, Hypoparathyroidism. Other contraindications of Temsan H have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Temsan H with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Temsan H is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Temsan H 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Temsan H safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Temsan H. If you are pregnant, do not take Temsan H without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Temsan H safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Temsan H. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Temsan H on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Temsan H. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Temsan H on the Liver?
Temsan H may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Temsan H on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Temsan H. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Temsan H should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Temsan H unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Temsan H habit forming or addictive?
Temsan H is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Temsan H you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Temsan H 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 Temsan H for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Temsan H
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Temsan H and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Temsan H
Information about the interaction of Temsan H and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Temsan H causes hyperkalemia (high amount of potassium in the blood). Therefore, monitoring of blood potassium levels is important during Temsan H therapy.
No, Temsan H is not bad for kidneys. In fact, it protects the kidneys, thus, it is suitable for people with diabetes and mild-to-moderate kidney disease.
Temsan H 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.
Temsan 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 Temsan H decreases the blood pressure.
Yes, Temsan H causes hyponatremia (low level of sodium in the blood). Treatment with telmisartan might call for a regular blood monitoring for checking sodium levels.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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