Telsartan 80 mg Tablet

Composition of Telsartan 80 mg Tablet

Telsartan 80 mg Tablet contains Telmisartan (80mg). It belongs to the Angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) class of medicines.

Uses of Telsartan 80 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 prevent stroke and heart attack
• Protects kidney function in at-risk patients
• Improves vascular/heart workload
• Once-daily long-lasting control

How Telsartan 80 mg Tablet works

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

How to take Telsartan 80 mg Tablet

Oral tablet. Take as prescribed, usually once daily at the same time each day, with or without food. Swallow with water; do not stop abruptly 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 Telsartan 80 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 Telsartan 80 mg Tablet

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

• Dizziness
• headache
• fatigue
• nausea
• diarrhea
• back pain
• low blood pressure (hypotension)
• increased potassium (hyperkalemia)
• raised creatinine

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 Telsartan 80 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Not recommended in pregnancy (can harm the fetus) and avoid during breastfeeding unless advised. Use caution in kidney disease, liver impairment, dehydration/low salt state, heart failure, or history of angioedema. Monitor blood pressure, kidney function and serum potassium; risk of hypotension especially after first dose in volume-depleted patients.

Do not take Telsartan 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

ACE inhibitors or aliskiren (higher risk of kidney problems/hyperkalemia; avoid especially in diabetes), potassium supplements/potassium-sparing diuretics (spironolactone/amiloride) and salt substitutes (hyperkalemia), NSAIDs (reduced effect and kidney risk), diuretics (additive hypotension), lithium (increased lithium levels/toxicity)

How to store Telsartan 80 mg Tablet

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

Expert advice for Telsartan 80 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 Telsartan 80 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:

DR.REDDYS

Therapeutic class:

Antihypertensive

Drug class:

Angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)

Chemical class:

Biphenyl derivative