IPHARMA TELMISARTAN

R 240.00

IPHARMA TELMISARTAN(40MG TELMISARTAN /TAB=50 TABS)

Telmisartan is used alone or together with other medicines to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries. If it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly.

What is Telmisartan used for?

High blood pressure
Lowering the risk of death, stroke, or heart attack in certain adults 55 years or older with a history of heart problems (e.g., coronary artery disease)

How Telmisartan works

Telmisartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB). It works by blocking a hormone called angiotensin II. The main role of angiotensin II is to narrow your blood vessels. This then raises your blood pressure and causes your heart to work harder to pump out blood to the rest of your body. So by blocking this hormone, telmisartan relaxes your blood vessels, which lowers your blood pressure and eases the stress on your heart.

What are the side effects of Telmisartan?

The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.

Common Side Effects

Upper respiratory tract infection (cough, sore throat; 7%)
Pain in the legs while walking (up to 7%)
Skin ulcers (up to 3%)
Back pain (3%)
Sinus infection (stuffy nose; 3%)
Diarrhea (3%)

Other Side Effects

Sore throat
Flu-like symptoms
Indigestion
Muscle pain
Urinary tract infection
Belly pain
Headache
Dizziness
Pain
Feeling tired
Cough
Chest pain
Nausea
Swelling in the arms and legs

Serious Side Effects

Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.

Serious kidney problems: urinating less often than usual, swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands, unexplained weight gain
High blood potassium levels: nausea, tiredness, chest pain, muscle weakness, tingling or numbness, pounding heart
Severely low blood pressure: lightheadedness, dizziness, feeling faint, tiredness, confusion

Pros and cons of Telmisartan

Pros

Available as a lower-cost generic medication

Typically taken once a day

Lowers the risk of heart attack or death due to heart problems in people with CAD

Less likely to cause dry cough compared to ACE inhibitors

Cons

Can’t take while pregnant

Might require regular blood work and lab tests to make sure your kidneys are functioning normally

Not safe for use in children

Can take up to 4 weeks to see the full effect on high blood pressure

Typical dosing for Telmisartan

High blood pressure: The typical starting dose is 20 mg by mouth once a day. Your prescriber will adjust your dose according to your blood pressure. The usual dosage range is 20 mg to 40 mg once a day.
Lowering the risk of heart attack and stroke: The typical dose is 20-40MG mg by mouth once daily.