Telpic is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Heart Failure, High BP. Secondary and off-label uses of Telpic have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Telpic depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Telpic also has some side effects, the most common being Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. Some other side effects of Telpic have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Telpic 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.
In addition, Telpic's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Telpic related warnings talks about Telpic's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Telpic since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Drug interactions for Telpic have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Telpic is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Telpic 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 Telpic is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Telpic safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Telpic. If you are pregnant, do not take Telpic without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Telpic safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Telpic as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Telpic on the Kidneys?
Telpic is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Telpic on the Liver?
Telpic is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Telpic on the Heart?
Telpic has very mild side effects on the heart.
Telpic 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 Telpic unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Telpic habit forming or addictive?
Telpic is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Telpic you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Telpic is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Telpic for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Telpic
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Telpic to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Telpic
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Telpic as it can have severe side effects.
No, Telpic doesn't cause depression. However, if you experience depression while taking Telpic, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Telpic 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. Telpic 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 Telpic exactly as prescribed by their doctor.
No, Telpic 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 Telpic is causing weight gain then discuss with your doctor instantly.
No, Telpic doesn't cause a headache. However, if you experience a headache while using Telpic, please consult your doctor without any delay.
No, Telpic 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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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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