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Teltor Am, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Teltor Am also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Teltor Am 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Teltor Am are Headache, Dizziness, Palpitations (fluttering in chest). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Teltor Am as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Teltor Am are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Teltor Am has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Teltor Am related warnings talks about Teltor Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Angioedema must refrain from the use of Teltor Am since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Drug reaction of Teltor Am with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Teltor Am is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Teltor Am 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Teltor Am is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Teltor Am safe for pregnant women?
Teltor AM should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Teltor Am safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Teltor AM. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Teltor Am on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Teltor AM. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Teltor Am on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Teltor AM. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Teltor AM only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Teltor Am on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Teltor AM. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Teltor Am 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 Teltor Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Teltor Am habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Teltor Am has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Teltor Am can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Teltor Am should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Teltor Am for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Teltor Am
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Teltor Am, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Teltor Am
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Teltor Am.
Teltor AM 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 Teltor AM decreases the blood pressure.
Teltor AM 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.
Yes, Teltor AM causes hyperkalemia (high amount of potassium in the blood). Therefore, monitoring of blood potassium levels is important during Teltor AM therapy.
Yes, Teltor AM may cause a cough on rare occasions. If you experience a cough while taking Teltor AM, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Yes, Teltor AM causes hyponatremia (low level of sodium in the blood). Treatment with telmisartan might call for a regular blood monitoring for checking sodium levels.
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