Tellite 40 mg Tablet

Composition of Tellite 40 mg Tablet

Tellite 40 mg Tablet contains Telmisartan (40mg). It belongs to the Angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) class of medicines.

Uses of Tellite 40 mg Tablet

Treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure); reduction of cardiovascular risk (heart attack/stroke) in high-risk patients when appropriate.

Key benefits

• Lowers high blood pressure
• Helps protect heart and blood vessels
• May reduce risk of stroke/heart attack in high-risk patients
• Once-daily convenient dosing

How Tellite 40 mg Tablet works

Telmisartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB). It blocks the AT1 receptor, causing relaxation of blood vessels and reduced aldosterone effects, which lowers blood pressure and reduces strain on the heart.

How to take Tellite 40 mg Tablet

Take orally as prescribed, usually once daily at the same time each day. Can be taken with or without food; swallow tablet with water. Do not stop suddenly without medical advice.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Tellite 40mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause a severe fall in blood pressure, with dizziness, fainting and a fast or slow pulse. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Tellite 40 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Tellite are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Dizziness
• headache
• fatigue
• low blood pressure
• back pain
• diarrhea
• increased potassium

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Tellite 40 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Not recommended in pregnancy (can harm the unborn baby); avoid use in patients with severe liver impairment or biliary obstructive disorders. Use caution in kidney disease, dehydration/volume depletion, low blood pressure, and hyperkalemia risk; monitor blood pressure, kidney function and serum potassium. Seek medical help for fainting, severe dizziness, swelling of face/lips (angioedema) or markedly reduced urination.

Do not take Tellite if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Must not be used in pregnancy — it can seriously harm the developing baby. Not for people with narrowing of both kidney arteries, or a history of swelling of the face and throat caused by this group of medicines.

Interactions with other medicines

Potassium supplements/potassium-sparing diuretics (e.g., spironolactone, amiloride), ACE inhibitors or aliskiren (higher risk of kidney injury/hyperkalemia; avoid especially in diabetes), NSAIDs (may reduce effect and worsen kidney function), lithium (increased lithium toxicity), diuretics (additive hypotension), other antihypertensives (additive BP lowering).

How to store Tellite 40 mg Tablet

Store below 25°C, protected from moisture and light. Keep in original blister pack and out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Tellite 40 mg Tablet

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 Tellite 40mg Tablet suddenly without consulting your doctor, as this can worsen your condition. Incorporate a healthy diet and regular exercise to enhance the effectiveness of the medication.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

SANZ PHARMACEUTICALS

Therapeutic class:

Antihypertensive

Drug class:

Angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)

Chemical class:

Biphenyl derivative