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    Telmisartan
    INFORMATION ABOUT TELMISARTAN
    Telmisartan Uses
    Telmisartan is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure), prevention of heart attack and stroke, fever and Heart failure.
    How Telmisartan works
    Telmisartan 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..
    Common side effects of Telmisartan
    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
    Diarrhea, Upper respiratory tract infection, Back pain, Sinus inflammation, Skin ulcer, Intermittent claudication
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    Last updated
    08 Nov 2024 | 05:36 AM (UTC)
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    Expert advice for Telmisartan
    • 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 Telmisartan suddenly without consulting your doctor, as this can worsen your condition.
    • Telmisartan 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.
    • Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
    • It can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down for a long time.
    • Your doctor may get regular tests done to monitor the level of urea, creatinine, and potassium in your blood.
    • Avoid taking anti-inflammatory medicines such as ibuprofen along with this medicine without consulting your doctor.
    • Do not take Telmisartan if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
    • Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor.
    Frequently asked questions for Telmisartan
    Telmisartan 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 Telmisartan 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. Telmisartan 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, Telmisartan 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 Telmisartan 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. Telmisartan 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 Telmisartan is not known to cause weight gain. In fact in animal studies Telmisartan has been found to decrease fat tissue.
    Telmisartan 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 Telmisartan together, you should continuously keep a check on your blood pressure and kidney function. Telmisartan may enhance the side effects of ibuprofen which may further cause water retention, especially in patients taking Telmisartan for heart failure. Ibuprofen may interfere with the working of Telmisartan and decrease its efficiency at lowering blood pressure.
    No, Telmisartan does not cause excessive urination and does not belong to the diuretic class of medicines. Telmisartan 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.