Venpres is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Heart Failure, High BP. The alternative uses of Venpres have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Venpres. 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.
Common side effects of Venpres include Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Venpres can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Venpres go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Venpres's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Venpres's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Venpres related warnings section.
Venpres is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions.
Drug interactions for Venpres 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 Venpres is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Venpres 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 Venpres is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Venpres safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Venpres. If you are pregnant, do not take Venpres without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Venpres safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Venpres on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Venpres on the Kidneys?
Using Venpres does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Venpres on the Liver?
Venpres has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Venpres on the Heart?
Venpres has very mild side effects on the heart.
Venpres should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Venpres unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Venpres habit forming or addictive?
Venpres is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Venpres. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Venpres should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Venpres cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Venpres
Venpres may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Venpres
Consuming Venpres with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Venpres 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. Venpres 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 Venpres exactly as prescribed by their doctor.
Yes, Venpres may cause a cough on rare occasions. If you experience a cough while taking Venpres, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Venpres 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. Venpres is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.
Yes, it is safe to take Venpres 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.
No, Venpres 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 Venpres is causing weight gain then discuss with your doctor instantly.
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