Product Name:
Telvas 40 Tablet 1*15(15 Tablet)
Product Discount Price:
Rs 84.30
Product Company:
ARISTO PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD
Product Composition:
Telmisartan (40mg)
Packaging of Medicines Size:
15 Tablet
Description:
Telvas 40 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. Telvas 40 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 upper respiratory tract infection, back pain, sinus infection, and diarrhea in some people. Let your doctor know if you experience any of these side effects. 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 / Indications:
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. Telvas 40 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Interactions / Warnings:
ALCOHOL INTERACTION-UNSAFE, LACTATION INTERACTION-SAFE IF PRESCRIBED, DRIVING INTERACTION-UNSAFE, KIDNEY INTERACTION-CAUTION, LIVER INTERACTION-CAUTION
Pregnancy interaction:
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Expert advice:
- Alcohol : UNSAFE - It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Telvas 40 Tablet. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Telvas 40 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. - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Telvas 40 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. - Driving : UNSAFE - Telvas 40 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. - Kidney : CAUTION - Telvas 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Telvas 40 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 : CAUTION - Telvas 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Telvas 40 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Telvas 40 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Side Effects:
Sinus infection | Back pain | Diarrhea
How to use:
Telvas 40 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.
How it works:
In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) Telvas 40 Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. This effectively lowers the blood pressure. It must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. In Prevention of heart attack and stroke If your blood pressure is controlled you are less at risk of having a heart attack or stroke. Telvas 40 Tablet reduces the chances of heart diseases and helps you remain healthier for longer. Take it regularly and make appropriate lifestyle changes, such as eating healthy and staying active, to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine. In Treatment of Heart failure Heart failure means your heart is weak and cannot pump enough blood to your lungs and the rest of your body. The most common symptoms are breathlessness, tiredness, and swelling in your legs, ankles, abdomen, and other parts of your body. Telvas 40 Tablet is an effective treatment for heart failure. This medicine will help relieve your symptoms, making you feel better and more energetic. Take it regularly and keep taking it even if you feel better.
Faq for medicine:
Q. Should Telvas 40 Tablet be taken in the morning or at night?::: Telvas 40 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.| Q. How long does it take for Telvas 40 Tablet to work?::: You may see an improvement within a few days. But, the maximum benefit can be seen within 4-8 weeks of starting treatment.| Q. My blood pressure is now controlled. Can I stop taking Telvas 40 Tablet now?::: No, do not stop taking Telvas 40 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. Telvas 40 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.| Q. If I have some kidney problem, can I take Telvas 40 Tablet? Can it further deteriorate my kidney function?::: You can take Telvas 40 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. Telvas 40 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.| Q. I am overweight and the doctor has prescribed me Telvas 40 Tablet for blood pressure control. I am bothered that Telvas 40 Tablet can increase my weight. Is it true?::: No, do not worry since Telvas 40 Tablet is not known to cause weight gain. In fact in animal studies Telvas 40 Tablet has been found to decrease fat tissue.| Q. Does Telvas 40 Tablet affect blood glucose levels in diabetics?::: Telvas 40 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.| Q. Can the use of Telvas 40 Tablet cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood)?::: Yes, Telvas 40 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.| Q. Does Telvas 40 Tablet work by causing excessive urination?::: No, Telvas 40 Tablet does not cause excessive urination and does not belong to the diuretic class of medicines. Telvas 40 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.| Q. Do I need to follow any precautions if I take ibuprofen and Telvas 40 Tablet together?::: If you are taking ibuprofen and Telvas 40 Tablet together, you should continuously keep a check on your blood pressure and kidney function. Telvas 40 Tablet may enhance the side effects of ibuprofen which may further cause water retention, especially in patients taking Telvas 40 Tablet for heart failure. Ibuprofen may interfere with the working of Telvas 40 Tablet and decrease its efficiency at lowering blood pressure.
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