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Telsartan 20 Tablet

Written By Dr. Shreya Gupta, MDS (Oral Pathology & Microbiology), BDS
Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS
Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:05 AM (IST)
Telsartan 20 Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Lowering blood pressure helps to prevent future heart attacks and strokes. This medicine is also effective in preserving kidney function in patients with diabetes.
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General Information

Contains

Telmisartan (20mg)

Marketer

Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd

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Product introduction

Telsartan 20 Tablet can be prescribed either alone or in combination with other medicines. It may be taken with or without food during the day or at night. However, try to take it at the same time each day to get the most benefit. It is important to continue taking it regularly even if you feel well or if your blood pressure is controlled. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel ill, but if you stop taking this medicine, your condition could get worse. This is a widely used medicine and is considered safe for long-term use.

Making some changes in your lifestyle will also help lower your blood pressure. These may include regular exercise, losing weight, smoking cessation, reducing alcohol intake, and reducing the amount of salt in your diet as advised by your doctor.

This medicine is tolerated well by most patients and has few side effects. However, it may cause hypotension (low blood pressure) in some people. Let your doctor know if you experience any of these side effects. They may be able to help by reducing the dosage or by prescribing you an alternate medicine.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your doctor may check your kidney function, blood pressure, and potassium levels in your blood at regular intervals while you are taking this medicine.

Uses of Telsartan Tablet

Side effects of Telsartan Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Telsartan
  • Diarrhea
  • Upper respiratory tract infection
  • Back pain
  • Sinus inflammation
  • Skin ulcer
  • Intermittent claudication

How to use Telsartan Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Telsartan 20 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Telsartan Tablet works

Telsartan 20 Tablet is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It relaxes blood vessels by blocking the action of a chemical that usually makes blood vessels tighter. This lowers the blood pressure, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly to different organs and the heart to pump more efficiently.

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Quick tips

  • Take it at the same time each day to maintain stable blood pressure levels.
  • Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated while on this medication.
  • Regularly check your blood pressure to ensure the medication is working effectively.
  • Limit alcohol intake as it can lower blood pressure and increase side effects.
  • Do not stop taking Telsartan 20 Tablet suddenly without consulting your doctor, as this can worsen your condition.
  • Telsartan 20 Tablet can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down for a long time.
  • Incorporate a healthy diet and regular exercise to enhance the effectiveness of the medication.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Telsartan 20 Tablet.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Telsartan 20 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Tell your doctor immediately if you conceive or are planning a pregnancy while taking Telsartan 20 Tablet
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Telsartan 20 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving

Driving

UNSAFE
Telsartan 20 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney

Kidney

CAUTION
Telsartan 20 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Telsartan 20 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying kidney disease. Regular monitoring of blood pressure, creatinine, and potassium levels may be advised while you are taking this medicine.
Liver

Liver

CAUTION
Telsartan 20 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Telsartan 20 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Telsartan 20 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Frequently asked questions

Telsartan 20 Tablet is generally recommended to be taken once daily, either in the morning or in the evening. Consider taking it at the same time each day as it will help you to remember taking it.
You may see an improvement within a few days. But, the maximum benefit can be seen within 4-8 weeks of starting treatment.
No, do not stop taking Telsartan 20 Tablet without consulting your doctor even if your blood pressure is controlled. Stopping it suddenly may increase your blood pressure which could be detrimental for you. Telsartan 20 Tablet does not cure high blood pressure but controls it. So, you may have to take the medicine lifelong. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.
You can take Telsartan 20 Tablet if it has been advised by your doctor. Your doctor may ask you to get regular tests done (potassium and creatinine levels) in order to monitor your kidney function. Telsartan 20 Tablet may cause worsening of kidney function, therefore you should contact your doctor in case you notice swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands or unexplained weight gain.
No, do not worry since Telsartan 20 Tablet is not known to cause weight gain. In fact in animal studies Telsartan 20 Tablet has been found to decrease fat tissue.
Telsartan 20 Tablet may lower blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes. Therefore, it is essential to keep a regular track of your blood glucose levels. Talk to your doctor if you are a diabetic because the dose of insulin or antidiabetic medicines may need adjustment.
Yes, Telsartan 20 Tablet can cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood). A regular monitoring of blood potassium levels may be advised by your doctor while taking this medicine.
No, Telsartan 20 Tablet does not cause excessive urination and does not belong to the diuretic class of medicines. Telsartan 20 Tablet works by relaxing the blood vessels by blocking the effect of a substance known as angiotensin II. This substance is responsible for increasing the blood pressure by narrowing down the blood vessels.
If you are taking ibuprofen and Telsartan 20 Tablet together, you should continuously keep a check on your blood pressure and kidney function. Telsartan 20 Tablet may enhance the side effects of ibuprofen which may further cause water retention, especially in patients taking Telsartan 20 Tablet for heart failure. Ibuprofen may interfere with the working of Telsartan 20 Tablet and decrease its efficiency at lowering blood pressure.
Telsartan 20 Tablet is generally recommended to be taken once daily, either in the morning or in the evening. Consider taking it at the same time each day as it will help you to remember taking it.
You may see an improvement within a few days. But, the maximum benefit can be seen within 4-8 weeks of starting treatment.
No, do not stop taking Telsartan 20 Tablet without consulting your doctor even if your blood pressure is controlled. Stopping it suddenly may increase your blood pressure which could be detrimental for you. Telsartan 20 Tablet does not cure high blood pressure but controls it. So, you may have to take the medicine lifelong. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.
Yes, Telsartan 20 Tablet can cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood). A regular monitoring of blood potassium levels may be advised by your doctor while taking this medicine.
You can take Telsartan 20 Tablet if it has been advised by your doctor. Your doctor may ask you to get regular tests done (potassium and creatinine levels) in order to monitor your kidney function. Telsartan 20 Tablet may cause worsening of kidney function, therefore you should contact your doctor in case you notice swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands or unexplained weight gain.
No, do not worry since Telsartan 20 Tablet is not known to cause weight gain. In fact in animal studies Telsartan 20 Tablet has been found to decrease fat tissue.
Telsartan 20 Tablet may lower blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes. Therefore, it is essential to keep a regular track of your blood glucose levels. Talk to your doctor if you are a diabetic because the dose of insulin or antidiabetic medicines may need adjustment.
If you are taking ibuprofen and Telsartan 20 Tablet together, you should continuously keep a check on your blood pressure and kidney function. Telsartan 20 Tablet may enhance the side effects of ibuprofen which may further cause water retention, especially in patients taking Telsartan 20 Tablet for heart failure. Ibuprofen may interfere with the working of Telsartan 20 Tablet and decrease its efficiency at lowering blood pressure.
No, Telsartan 20 Tablet does not cause excessive urination and does not belong to the diuretic class of medicines. Telsartan 20 Tablet works by relaxing the blood vessels by blocking the effect of a substance known as angiotensin II. This substance is responsible for increasing the blood pressure by narrowing down the blood vessels.
Telsartan 20 Tablet is generally recommended to be taken once daily, either in the morning or in the evening. Consider taking it at the same time each day as it will help you to remember taking it.
You may see an improvement within a few days. But, the maximum benefit can be seen within 4-8 weeks of starting treatment.
No, do not stop taking Telsartan 20 Tablet without consulting your doctor even if your blood pressure is controlled. Stopping it suddenly may increase your blood pressure which could be detrimental for you. Telsartan 20 Tablet does not cure high blood pressure but controls it. So, you may have to take the medicine lifelong. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.
Yes, Telsartan 20 Tablet can cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood). A regular monitoring of blood potassium levels may be advised by your doctor while taking this medicine.
You can take Telsartan 20 Tablet if it has been advised by your doctor. Your doctor may ask you to get regular tests done (potassium and creatinine levels) in order to monitor your kidney function. Telsartan 20 Tablet may cause worsening of kidney function, therefore you should contact your doctor in case you notice swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands or unexplained weight gain.
No, do not worry since Telsartan 20 Tablet is not known to cause weight gain. In fact in animal studies Telsartan 20 Tablet has been found to decrease fat tissue.
Telsartan 20 Tablet may lower blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes. Therefore, it is essential to keep a regular track of your blood glucose levels. Talk to your doctor if you are a diabetic because the dose of insulin or antidiabetic medicines may need adjustment.
If you are taking ibuprofen and Telsartan 20 Tablet together, you should continuously keep a check on your blood pressure and kidney function. Telsartan 20 Tablet may enhance the side effects of ibuprofen which may further cause water retention, especially in patients taking Telsartan 20 Tablet for heart failure. Ibuprofen may interfere with the working of Telsartan 20 Tablet and decrease its efficiency at lowering blood pressure.
No, Telsartan 20 Tablet does not cause excessive urination and does not belong to the diuretic class of medicines. Telsartan 20 Tablet works by relaxing the blood vessels by blocking the effect of a substance known as angiotensin II. This substance is responsible for increasing the blood pressure by narrowing down the blood vessels.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Benzimidazole derivative

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

CARDIAC

Action Class

Angiotensin Receptor Blockers (ARBs)

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Kidney Function Test

References

  1. Pfeffer MA, Opie LH. Inhibitors of the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System. In: Opie LH, Gersh BJ, editors. Drugs for the Heart. 8th ed. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Elsevier Saunders; 2013. p. 157.
  2. Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 1322-23.
  3. Telmisartan. Bracknell, Berkshire: Boehringer Ingelheim Limited; 1998 [revised Nov. 2017]. [Accessed 20 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
  4. Telmisartan. Ingelheim, Germany: Boehringer Ingelheim Pharma KG; 1998. [Accessed 20 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
  5. Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-S198. [Accessed 19 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
  6. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 19 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
  7. Telmisartan [Package Insert]. , Gangtok, Sikkim: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ldt.; 2022. [Accessed 01 Aug. 2023]. (online) Available from:
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User feedback

Once A Day
98%
Twice A Day
2%
High blood pressure
33%
Others
33%
Diabetic kidney disease
33%
Average
44%
Poor
33%
Excellent
22%
Dizziness
25%
Weakness
25%
No Side Effect
25%
Fatigue
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With food
100%
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