Uses / Indications:
Telmisartan is in Omnitor 40mg, which is given for:
High blood pressure (hypertension): Helps lower blood pressure and lower the risk of heart attack, stroke, and renal problems.
Lowering the risk of heart disease, especially in people who are already at high risk.
Pregnancy interaction:
Not advised during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters.
May harm the baby's kidneys, lower the amount of amniotic fluid, or cause problems with growth.
If you are planning to get pregnant or find out you are pregnant, tell your doctor right away.
Expert advice:
While taking Omnitor, check your blood pressure, renal function, and electrolytes on a regular basis.
Don't drink too much alcohol, as it may make decreasing blood pressure even harder.
To help with treatment, eat well and exercise often.
Never change the dose without first talking to your doctor.
Side Effects:
Feeling dizzy or lightheaded
Headache
Tiredness
Side Effects That Are Very Rare:
Allergic reaction that causes swelling of the face, lips, or throat
Severe hypotension (extremely low blood pressure)
Changes in how the kidneys work
A lot of potassium
Note: If you have extreme adverse effects, get medical help right away.
How to use:
Dosage: Usually one 40mg tablet once a day, or as your doctor says.
Administration: You can take it with or without food.
Timing: Take it every day at the same time to keep it consistent.
Important: Don't quit all at once without talking to a doctor beforehand, as this could raise your blood pressure.
How it works:
Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs) include Omnitor:
How it works: It stops angiotensin II, a hormone that makes blood vessels smaller.
Effect: The heart works better, blood pressure goes down, and blood vessels relax.
Faq for medicine:
Q1: Is it okay to eat Omnitor?
A: Yes, you can take it with or without food.
Q2. What happens if I forget to take a dose?
A: Take it as soon as you remember, but not if it's almost time for your next dose. Don't take twice as much.
Q3. Is it possible for Omnitor to make you cough?
A: ARBs don't usually produce a cough, unlike ACE inhibitors.
Q4. How long will it take for me to see results?
A: Blood pressure may start to go down in 1 to 2 weeks, and it may take 4 to 8 weeks for the entire effect to happen.
Q5. If my blood pressure is normal, may I stop taking Omnitor?
A: No, stopping suddenly can make your blood pressure go up. Do what your doctor tells you to do.
Medicine interaction:
Omnitor 40mg may have an effect on:
Other blood pressure medications: May reduce blood pressure too much
Potassium supplements or salt substitutes: High potassium levels are possible.
NSAIDs (such ibuprofen and naproxen) can make them less effective and damage renal function.
Lithium: Higher risk of lithium toxicity
Always tell your doctor about any herbs, vitamins, or medicines you are using.
