Telista 40 MG
Telista 40mg tablet is an antihypertensive medicine containing Telmisartan as its active ingredient. It belongs to the “Angiotensin Receptor Blocker (ARBs)” class of medicine. It is used to treat high blood pressure and also helps to reduce other heart problems. Along with the medications, you need to be particular about your diet like a low salt diet and should include exercise in your daily routine. You should not take any potassium supplements during the treatment because it may increase the blood potassium level. During the treatment it is necessary to keep a regular check on your blood pressure and the doctor may ask for few kidney tests also during the treatment. Telista 40mg tablet should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. It can be taken with or without food. Do not stop taking this medicine unless asked to do so by your doctor. Before using Telista 40mg tablet, inform the doctor about your detailed medical history.
Uses of Telista 40 MG
Telista 40mg tablet is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Contraindications of Telista 40 MG
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If you are allergic to telmisartan or any other ingredients of Telista 40mg tablet.
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If you are in the 2nd or 3rd trimester of pregnancy.
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If you have severe liver or kidney disorders.
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If you have bile duct obstruction.
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If you are on diabetic medicine containing aliskiren.
Side effects of Telista 40 MG
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Flu-like symptoms
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Back pain
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Sinus infection
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Lung and airway infection
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Diarrhea
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Headache
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Dizziness
Precautions and Warnings of Telista 40 MG
Pregnancy
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Can I take Telista 40mg tablet during pregnancy?
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Telista 40mg tablet should not be used during pregnancy as it can cause harm to the unborn baby, especially during the 2nd and 3rd trimesters. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
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Can I take Telista 40mg tablet while breastfeeding?
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Telista 40mg tablet is not recommended to use while breastfeeding as it may cause harm to the newborn baby. It is advised to consult your doctor for an alternative treatment that is safe during breastfeeding.
Driving
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Can I drive if I have consumed Telista 40mg tablet?
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Telista 40mg tablet may make you dizzy and feel sleepy, which can influence your ability to drive. Hence, caution is advised while driving.
Alcohol
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Can I consume alcohol with Telista 40mg tablet?
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You should not consume alcohol during the treatment with Telista 40mg tablet as it may lower your blood pressure and may lead to side effects like dizziness or drowsiness.
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Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
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You are suffering from diabetes.
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You are suffering from liver disease.
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You have any problems with your heart.
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You are suffering from low blood pressure.
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You are on medications like Ramipril, Lisinopril.
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You have a high level of potassium in your blood.
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You have kidney disease or have had a kidney transplant.
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You are known to have narrowing or blockage of the blood vessels of one or both kidneys.
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You develop diarrhoea, vomiting. Dehydration can result in low blood pressure. Have an adequate amount of water and fluids.
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You are suffering from water and salt retention in the body along with an imbalance of various blood minerals (raised aldosterone levels).
Mode of Action of Telista 40 MG
How Does It Work?
Telmisartan lowers the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels through the prevention of the binding of angiotensin-II (a substance causing constriction of blood vessels leading to increased blood pressure) to its receptors.
Directions for Use of Telista 40 MG
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Telista 40mg tablet should be taken as a whole with a glass of water, preferably at the same time daily to gain optimal benefit.
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It should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not crush, break or chew this medicine.
Interactions of Telista 40 MG
Interactions with other medicines
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Sometimes Telista 40mg tablet may interact with other medicines or vice versa. Therefore, discuss with your doctor all the medicines, supplements or herbal preparations you are taking.
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Especially if you are on certain medications like blood thinners (warfarin or heparin), anti-depressants like lithium, potassium supplements or medicines containing potassium, other anti-hypertensives like water pills (furosemide), immunosuppressives (Cyclosporin or Tacrolimus), medicines for heart-related disorders like digoxin, etc.
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If you have diabetes, do not take aliskiren along with this medicine.
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Concomitant use of Telista 40mg tablet and painkillers should be avoided as they may impair kidney functions.
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Other medicines that should be used with caution are anti-bacterial medicines such as Trimethoprim, corticosteroids used to treat the inflamed area of body parts, etc.
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Also, you should inform your doctor if you have a planned surgery or vaccination scheduled.
Interactions with food items
High potassium-containing foods should be avoided like spinach, broccoli, potatoes as they may cause irregular heartbeat, weakness, confusion, feelings of heaviness in the legs or tingling of the extremities.
Storage and disposal of Telista 40 MG
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Store Telista 40mg tablet in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture and heat.
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Keep it away from children and pets.
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Do not use expired or damaged medicines.
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Discard any unused medicine properly. Do not flush in the toilet or throw it into the drain.
Dosage of Telista 40 MG
Overdose
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Overdose can cause symptoms such as increased heart rate, extremely low blood pressure, dizziness, increased levels of potassium in the blood, kidney failure and loss of consciousness.
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If you have given too much of this medicine to your child, contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.
Missed a Dose
If you have missed giving any dose of Telista 40mg tablet, give it as soon as you remember. If it’s already time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and follow the regular dosing schedule.
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