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Teltop 20 mg
Telmisartan (20mg)
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Teltop 20 mg is used for treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure),Treatment of Heart failure,Fever,Prevention of heart attack and stroke.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
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Key details
Salt: Telmisartan (20mg)
Available variants: 20 mg 10`S
Best price: ₹38
MRP: ₹40
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: ICON PHARMA
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Composition of Teltop 20 mg
Teltop 20 mg contains Telmisartan (20mg). It belongs to the Angiotensin receptor blocker / ACE inhibitor class of medicines.
Uses of Teltop 20 mg
- Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Treatment of Heart failure
- Fever
- Prevention of heart attack and stroke
Key benefits
- Protects the kidneys in diabetes
- Reduces the long-term risk of stroke and heart attack
- Usually taken once a day
How Teltop 20 mg works
Teltop 20mg Tablet is an angiotensin receptor blocker (arb). It relaxes blood vessels by blocking the action of a chemical that usually makes blood vessels tighter. This lowers the blood pressure, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly to different organs and the heart to pump more efficiently.
How to take Teltop 20 mg
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Teltop 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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
Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
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 Teltop 20 mg
Most side effects of Teltop are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Diarrhea
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Back pain
- Sinus inflammation
- Skin ulcer
- Intermittent claudication
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 Teltop 20 mg
| Pregnancy | Teltop 20mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Information regarding the use of Teltop 20mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. |
| Alcohol | It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Teltop 20mg Tablet. |
| Driving | May cause drowsiness or affect your concentration. Do not drive until you know how it affects you. |
| Kidney | Teltop 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Teltop 20mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying kidney disease. Regular monitoring of blood pressure, creatinine, and potassium levels may be advised while you are taking this medicine. |
| Liver | Teltop 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Teltop 20mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Teltop 20mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease. |
| Habit forming | No |
Warnings and precautions
Stand up slowly for the first few days — dizziness on rising is common when you start or your dose goes up. Stop and seek urgent care if your lips, tongue, face or throat swell, or you have difficulty breathing. A persistent dry, tickly cough can be caused by the ACE inhibitor group; tell your doctor rather than stopping on your own, as an alternative exists. Your doctor will check your kidney function and potassium after starting and after any dose change. Do not use salt substitutes containing potassium without asking your doctor.
Do not take Teltop 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
Anti-inflammatory painkillers reduce the effect and can harm the kidneys when combined. Potassium supplements, potassium-sparing water tablets and salt substitutes can push potassium too high. Lithium levels rise when taken with these medicines.
How to store Teltop 20 mg
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Teltop 20 mg
<div class="style__desktop-container___1hcBT"><div class="style__desktop-video___2GTR9"><div class="styles__video-img___1rCzR"><div class=""/><div class=""/></div></div><div><div><div><div><div class="ExpertAdviceItem__content___1Djk2"><ul><li><div>You have been prescribed Teltop 20mg Tablet to improve your blood pressure.</div></li> <li><div>Lowering blood pressure reduces the chance of future heart attack & stroke.</div></li> <li><div>It may also be used to treat chronic (long-standing) heart failure.</div></li> <li><div>It protects kidney function which is especially useful for people with diabetes or mild-to-moderate kidney diseases.</div></li> <li><div>It can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Take it preferably at bedtime and rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.</div></li> <li><div>It may increase the level of potassium in blood. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.</div></li> <li>Do not take it during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Tell your doctor if you conceive while taking Teltop 20mg Tablet .</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div>
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- ICON PHARMA
- Therapeutic class:
- Anti-hypertensive
- Drug class:
- Angiotensin receptor blocker / ACE inhibitor
Substitutes for Teltop 20 mg
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Telmisartan (20mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Teltop 20 mg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Telmiride 20 TabletUNISON PHARMACEUTICALS | tablet · 10`S | ₹16 | 59% cheaper |
| Telmikind 20 TabletMANKIND (PHARMA) | tablet · 10 Tablet | ₹23 | 40% cheaper |
| Macsart 20 mg TabletMacleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | tablet · 15`S | ₹25 | 34% cheaper |
| Telmiprl 20 mg TabletPRISTINE PEARL PHARMA | tablet · 10S | ₹29 | 26% cheaper |
| Telcel 20 mg TabletCELERA PHARMA PRVT LTD | tablet · 10`S | ₹30 | 21% cheaper |
| Xstan 20 TabletBlue Cross Laboratories Pvt Ltd | tablet · 15`S | ₹30 | 21% cheaper |
| Risetelmi-20 TabletRISEMARKER PHARMACEUTICALS | tablet · 10`S | ₹31 | 19% cheaper |
| Telsaan 20 TabletSAAN LAB LLP | tablet · 10`S | ₹33 | 13% cheaper |
| Oritel 20 mg TabletDELL | tablet · 10`S | ₹33 | 13% cheaper |
| Telefix 20 TabletERGOS LIFE SCIENCES | tablet · 15`S | ₹34 | 11% cheaper |
| Telturn 20 mg TabletONEUS PHARMA HEALTH CARE | tablet · 10`S | ₹36 | 6% cheaper |
| Teldawn 20 mg TabletFUSION HEALTH CARE | tablet · 10`S | ₹38 | 1% cheaper |
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Teltop 20 mg FAQs
What is Teltop 20 mg used for?
Teltop 20 mg is commonly used for Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure),Treatment of Heart failure,Fever,Prevention of heart attack and stroke. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Teltop 20 mg?
Teltop 20 mg contains Telmisartan (20mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Teltop 20 mg?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Teltop 20 mg work?
Teltop 20mg Tablet is an angiotensin receptor blocker (arb).
Is Teltop 20 mg a prescription medicine?
Yes. Teltop 20 mg is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Teltop 20 mg?
The side effects reported most often with Teltop are Diarrhea, Upper respiratory tract infection, Back pain, Sinus inflammation, Skin ulcer. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Teltop 20 mg be taken during pregnancy?
Teltop 20mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Teltop.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Teltop 20 mg?
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Teltop 20mg Tablet.
What if I miss a dose of Teltop 20 mg?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Teltop 20 mg habit forming?
No. Teltop 20 mg is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Teltop 20 mg?
Telmiride 20 Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹16 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Teltop 20 mg cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Teltop 20 mg starts at ₹38 (MRP ₹40) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in 20 mg 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Teltop 20 mg?
Teltop 20 mg is manufactured by ICON PHARMA. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Teltop 20 mg delivered?
Teltop 20 mg is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Teltop 20 mg, Quick facts
- Salt
- Telmisartan (20mg)
- Best price
- ₹38
- MRP
- ₹40
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- ICON PHARMA
- Manufacturer
- ICON PHARMA
- Therapeutic class
- Anti-hypertensive
- Drug class
- Angiotensin receptor blocker / ACE inhibitor
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- 20 mg 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Teltop 20 mg.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.