Telsar 20MG

Composition

Telmisartan (20mg)

Uses of Telsar 20MG

Treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure); reduction of cardiovascular risk in high-risk patients (as prescribed).

• •Lowers high blood pressure
• •reduces risk of stroke and heart attack
• •protects blood vessels and heart
• •once-daily BP control

How it works

Telmisartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) that blocks AT1 receptors. This relaxes blood vessels, lowers blood pressure, and reduces strain on the heart.

Directions for use

Oral tablet. Take exactly as prescribed, usually once daily at the same time, with or without food. Swallow with water; do not stop suddenly without medical advice.

Side effects

Common side effects of Telsar 20MG may include:

• •dizziness
• •headache
• •fatigue
• •nausea
• •diarrhea
• •back pain
• •low blood pressure

Warnings & precautions

Avoid use in pregnancy (can harm unborn baby). Use caution in kidney disease, liver impairment, dehydration/low salt, or history of low blood pressure. Monitor kidney function and potassium; risk of hyperkalemia especially in renal impairment/diabetes. Seek help for swelling of face/lips (angioedema) though rare. Not recommended with aliskiren in diabetes; caution in bilateral renal artery stenosis.