Temsan 80 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Heart Failure, High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. Temsan 80 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Temsan 80 Tablet. 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 80 Tablet include Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Temsan 80 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Temsan 80 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Temsan 80 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Temsan 80 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Temsan 80 Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Temsan 80 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Drug interactions for Temsan 80 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Temsan 80 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Temsan 80 Tablet 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 Temsan 80 Tablet is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Temsan 80 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Temsan can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Temsan 80 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Temsan may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Temsan 80 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Using Temsan does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Temsan 80 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Temsan rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Temsan 80 Tablet on the Heart?
Temsan has very mild side effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Temsan 80 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Temsan 80 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Temsan 80 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Temsan 80 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Temsan 80 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Temsan 80 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Temsan 80 Tablet
Taking Temsan 80 Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Temsan 80 Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Temsan 80 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
Temsan is available in the form of tablets. A tablet is usually taken once a day, with or without food because food affects the absorption of this drug. It should be taken at exactly the same time every time to avoid skipping the dose. Temsan might start showing the effects between 2 to 4 weeks, therefore, it is important to continue taking it even when you feel well. One should take Temsan exactly as prescribed by their doctor.
Temsan 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. Temsan is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.
No, Temsan is not a beta blocker/calcium channel blocker/diuretic/blood thinner/ace inhibitor. It is angiotensin II receptor blocker (an antihypertensive drug).
No, Temsan 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.
No, Temsan 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 Temsan is causing weight gain then discuss with your doctor instantly.
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