Uses / Indications

• Xstan 20 mg Tablet is used to:
• Take care of high blood pressure (hypertension)
• Lower the chance of having a stroke or heart attack
• Assist in safeguarding renal function in individuals with diabetes and hypertension (as recommended by a physician).

 How It Works

• Xstan has telmisartan in it, which is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB).
• It works by stopping angiotensin II, a hormone that makes blood arteries narrow, from working. This makes blood vessels less tense, which decreases blood pressure and helps blood flow better.

 How to Use

• Take once a day, and it's best to do it at the same time every day.
• You can take it with or without food.
• Take the tablet whole with water.
• Don't chew or crush the tablet.
• Even if you feel OK, keep taking it.
• Take the medicine as your doctor told you to and for as long as they said to.

 Side Effects

• Some common side effects are:
• Feeling dizzy
• Blood pressure is low.
• Tiredness or weakness
• Pain in the back
• Diarrhea
• Side effects that are rare yet serious:
• A lot of potassium in the blood
• Kidney function impairment
• A big decline in blood pressure
• Allergic reaction that makes the cheeks, lips, or throat swell
• If you have serious side effects, see a doctor right away.

Medicine Interaction

• Xstan may work with:
• Other drugs for high blood pressure
• Potassium supplements or diuretics that don't get rid of potassium
• ACE inhibitors
• Lithium (risk of toxicity)
• NSAIDs like ibuprofen and diclofenac, which may make the drug less effective and hurt the kidneys
• Always tell your doctor about all the drugs you are taking.

Pregnancy Interaction

• Not safe during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters.
• Could hurt the unborn fetus very badly
• Stop right away and see a doctor if you think you could be pregnant.
• During pregnancy, it is usually best to choose safer options.

Expert Advice

• Take Xstan every day to keep your blood pressure in check.
• Check your blood pressure and renal function from time to time.
• Don't drink too much alcohol.
• Drink a lot of water.
• Tell your doctor if you have renal disease, liver difficulties, or high potassium levels
• Don't stop taking the medicine without talking to your doctor first.

Faq For Medicine

Q1. Is it safe to take Xstan 20 mg for a long time?
Yes, but only with medical supervision.

Q2. Can Xstan make you feel dizzy?
Yes, especially when you first start treatment or raise the dose.

Q3. What should I do if I forget to take my medicine?
As soon as you recall, take it. If it's close to the next dose, skip it.

Q4: Is it okay to take Xstan at night?
Yes, you can take it at any time of day, but it's best to take it at the same time every day.

Q5. If my blood pressure goes back to normal, can I stop taking Xstan?
No. Stopping suddenly could make your blood pressure go back up. Always talk to your doctor.