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Thalitel is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Other than this, Thalitel has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Thalitel. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Thalitel include Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Thalitel can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Thalitel normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Thalitel has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Thalitel's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Thalitel 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. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Thalitel contraindications section.
Besides this, Thalitel may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Thalitel is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Thalitel 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 Thalitel safe for pregnant women?
Thalitel has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Thalitel safe during breastfeeding?
Thalitel has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Thalitel on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Thalitel on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Thalitel on the Liver?
Thalitel is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Thalitel on the Heart?
Thalitel has very mild side effects on the heart.
Thalitel 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 Thalitel unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Thalitel habit forming or addictive?
Thalitel is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Thalitel
Thalitel may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Thalitel
Consumption of alcohol and Thalitel together may have severe effects on your health.
No, Thalitel 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 Thalitel is causing weight gain then discuss with your doctor instantly.
Yes, it is safe to take Thalitel 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, Thalitel doesn't cause a headache. However, if you experience a headache while using Thalitel, please consult your doctor without any delay.
Thalitel 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. Thalitel 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 Thalitel exactly as prescribed by their doctor.
Thalitel 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. Thalitel is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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