Telsite H 40mg Tablet
Uses of Telsite H 40mg Tablet
Contraindications of Telsite H 40mg Tablet
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If you are allergic to telmisartan or hydrochlorothiazide or any of the ingredients of Telsite H Tablet.
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If you have a kidney problem.
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If you are a diabetic patient.
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If you are pregnant (especially during the 2nd and 3rd trimester).
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If you are suffering from a liver problem like (problems with the drainage of the bile from the liver and the gall bladder).
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If it shows low potassium levels and high calcium levels in your blood reports.
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If you are taking medicine for lowering the blood pressure like aliskiren.
Side effects of Telsite H 40mg Tablet
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Nausea
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Vomiting
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Diarrhoea
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Stomach pain
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Headache
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Dizziness
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Tiredness
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Fever
Precautions and Warnings of Telsite H 40mg Tablet
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
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You have liver or kidney problems.
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You are suffering from renal artery stenosis (a condition of narrowing of the blood vessels of either of the kidneys).
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You experience sudden blood or fluid losses within your body (Hypovolemia) that may cause headaches, fatigue, nausea, dizziness.
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You are suffering from Primary aldosteronism (a condition of excess production of the hormone aldosterone from the adrenal glands).
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You may experience sugar intolerance, your blood glucose level may drop.
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You may experience electrolyte imbalance with the symptoms of dryness of mouth, thirst, drowsiness, muscle pain, nausea, vomiting, etc.
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You have galactose intolerance (small intestine’s inability to transport and absorb glucose and galactose).
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You are black (as this medicine is found less effective in lowering blood pressure in black patients than in non-blacks).
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You have any kind of heart condition like ischaemic cardiopathy (when your heart muscle is weakened as a result of heart disease).
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You are suffering from glaucoma (increased pressure inside the yes).
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You may develop Non-melanoma skin cancer (types of cancer that occur in the skin that are not melanoma).
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Telsite H Tablet is not recommended for use in patients who are below 18 years old.
Mode of Action of Telsite H 40mg Tablet
How Does It Work?
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Telsite H Tablet works by the combined action of telmisartan and hydrochlorothiazide.
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Telmisartan acts by relaxing the blood vessels and helps in lowering the blood pressure.
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Hydrochlorothiazide helps in increasing the urine output, hence helping in lowering the blood pressure.
Directions for Use of Telsite H 40mg Tablet
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Telsite H Tablets should be taken as directed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water, do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
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It can be taken with or without food. It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results and should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.
Interactions of Telsite H 40mg Tablet
Interactions with other medicines
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Some medicines can affect the way Telsite H Tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
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Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
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Especially if you are taking medicines for fungal infections, antibiotics, immunosuppressants, medicines for diabetes and medicines for Parkinson’s disease.
Storage and disposal of Telsite H 40mg Tablet
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Store Telsite H 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.
Dosage of Telsite H 40mg Tablet
Overdose
Symptoms of overdose are dizziness, nausea, vomiting, sleepiness. If you experience any of the symptoms or think you have taken too many Telsite H Tablets, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
If you missed any dose of Telsite H Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it’s time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.
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