Uses / Indications:
High blood pressure (hypertension) decreases blood pressure and lowers the risk of heart disease.
Heart Failure: lessens stress on the heart and makes it work better.
Preventing Cardiovascular Events—reduces the chance of having a heart attack or stroke in people who are at high risk.
Diabetic Nephropathy (Kidney Protection in Diabetes)—helps slow down damage to the kidneys that is caused by diabetes or high blood pressure.
Left ventricular hypertrophy helps stop the heart muscle from getting thicker because of high blood pressure that has been going on for a long time.
Pregnancy interaction:
Telgard 40mg Tablet is absolutely not safe to take when pregnant, especially in the second and third trimesters.
It is an Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker (ARB), which can harm the developing fetus or perhaps kill it by lowering blood flow and renal function in the newborn.
If you discover you are pregnant while taking the prescription, please discontinue its use immediately and contact your doctor.
Women who can get pregnant should use adequate birth control while taking the Telgard 40 mg tablet.
It should also be avoided while breastfeeding because it could get into breast milk.
Pregnancy Category: D (recognized risk to the fetus).
Expert advice:
Take the Telgard 40 mg tablet every day at the same time, with or without food.
Drink enough water, but donDo not lose too much fluid through diarrhea or perspiration, since this might make your blood pressure worse. low blood pressure worse.
Do not use potassium supplements oor salt replacements unless your doctor advises you to do so. This medication may increase the levels of potassium in your blood.otassium in your blood.
Tell your doctor if you feel dizzy or faint, especially when you stand up (orthostatic hypotension).
People with liver or kidney problems should be careful when taking it and have their health checked regularly.
Don't use this while pregnant or breastfeeding.
While on therapy, check your blood pressure and renal function often.
Side Effects:
Some common side effects are
Feeling dizzy or light-headed
Feeling tired or weak
Low blood pressure (hypotension)
Muscle spasms or back pain
Congestion in the sinuses or a painful throat
Side Effects That Happen Less Often:
Diarrhea or nausea
Itchy or rashy skin
Hyperkalemia, or high potassium levels
Changes in kidney function, like higher levels of creatinine or BUN
Serious yet Uncommon Side Effects:
Angioedema, or swelling of the face, lips, or throat
Very dizzy or passing out
Heartbeats that aren't regular or chest pain
Constant vomiting or confusion (signs of excessive potassium)
If you have a serious response, get medical help right away.
How to use:
Take one tablet per day, and try to do it at the same time each day.
YYou can take it with you or without food.
Do not crush or chew. Just swallow the whole thing with a glass of water.
Don't stop taking the medicine all at once; talk to your doctor about changing the dose if you need to.
To get better outcomes, eat less salt and live a healthy life.
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you recall, but never take two doses at once.
How it works:
Telgard 40mg Tablet is a kind of angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB).
It stops angiotensin II, a natural substance that makes blood vessels tighter and raises blood pressure, from working.
By stopping this from happening:
Blood arteries relax and become bigger, which makes blood flow easier.
The heart works better, which makes it less stressful.
It also keeps the kidneys safe from harm in people with high blood pressure or diabetes.
In general, it helps keep blood pressure in check and stops strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems.
Faq for medicine:
What is the Telgard 40 mg tablet used for?
People take telmisartan to lower their blood pressure (hypertension) and lower their risk of heart attack, stroke, and renal problems. Some people with heart failure or diabetic renal disease may also be given it.
Q2: Is it okay to take a Telgard 40 mg tablet every day?
Yes, it should be taken once a day, at the same time each day if possible, to keep blood pressure stable.
Q3: How long does it take to work?
You might see a drop in blood pressure within 2 to 4 weeks of commencing therapy, but it could take up to 8 weeks for the full effects to show.
Q4. Is it okay to quit taking Telgard 40 mg tablets all at once?
No. Stopping suddenStopping Telmisartan suddenly can cause your blood pressure to rise quickly, which could lead to a heart attack or stroke. sstroke. Always talk to your doctor before stopping. stopping.
Q5. Is it safe for people with diabetes to use Telgard 40 mg tablets?
Yes, diabetics often choose it since it also protects kidney function. But you should still keep an eye on your blood sugar levels.
Q6. Is it okay to take the Telgard 40 mg tablet with other blood pressure drugs?
Yes, your doctor may recommend taking it alongside amlodipine, hydrochlorothiazide, or metoprolol to get better control.
Medicine interaction:
Major Drug Interactions:
Potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics (e.g., spironolactone, amiloride) may lead to elevated potassium levels.
NSAIDs (such as ibuprofen and diclofenac) may make telmisartan less effective and hurt the kidneys.
Lithium: the chance of lithium poisoning goes up.
Diuretics like furosemide and hydrochlorothiazide may reduce blood pressure more and make you dehydrated.
ACE inhibitors, such as enalapril and lisinopril, may raise the risk of low blood pressure or high potassium levels. Don't take them together unless your doctor tells you to.
Alcohol: Don't drink too much alcohol, as it can make you feel dizzy or faint because your blood pressure is low.
