Telma Ct 40/12.5 Tablet

Telma tablet is a combination medicament comprising of Telmisartan and Chlorthalidone. It belongs to a family of drugs that are used to treat high blood pressure. This medication is also effective in reducing the risk of serious conditions such stroke, heart attacks, heart conditions and even death. It helps in maintaining the optimal blood pressure levels in a person’s body. In patients who suffer from hypertension, it can lower the blood pressure.

Pregnant women or women who are trying to conceive should avoid consuming this drug, since it can cause harm the baby's development. It might not be suitable for everyone, since consuming this drug can lead to complications for patients affected by disorders such as liver disease, kidney failure, heart disease, diabetes and allergies. If you suffer from these conditions, you should inform your doctor, before taking this tablet.

• Hypertension

• Cardiovascular Risk Reduction

• Allergy

• Aliskiren

• Anuria

• Renal Impairment

• Severe Liver Impairment

• Changes In Vision

• Dizziness

• Increased Heart Rate

• Difficulty Or Painful Urination

• Abdominal Pain

• Diarrhoea

• Muscle Pain

• Fever

• How long is the duration of effect?

  This medicine is excreted largely in feces and the effect lasts for a duration of 24 hours approximately.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of this tablet can be observed within 1 to 2 hours of administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This tablet is not recommended for pregnant women.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended for breastfeeding women.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Telma Ct 40/12.5 Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Telpres Ct 40 Mg/12.5 Mg Tablet

  Abbott India Ltd

• ZITELMI C 40MG/12.5MG TABLET

  FDC Ltd

• Telvas CT 40 mg/12.5 mg Tablet

  Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Telmisat Ct 40 Mg/12.5 Mg Tablet

  Biocon

• Telmikaa Ct 40Mg/12.5Mg Tablet

  Troikaa Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Bitatel CH 40mg/12.5mg Tablet

  4 Care Lifescience Pvt Ltd

• Gloritel Ct 40Mg/12.5Mg Tablet

  Oaknet Life Sciences Private Limited

• Telmeron Ch 40Mg/12.5Mg Tablet

  Saffron Therapeutics Pvt Ltd

• Extel Ct Forte 40Mg/12.5Mg Tablet

  Hetero Drugs Ltd

• Safetelmi CT 40 mg/12.5 mg Tablet

  MSN Laboratories

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

The tablet displaces angiotensin II with very high affinity from its binding site at the AT1 receptor subtype, which is responsible for the known actions of angiotensin II. It also works as a diuretic that is used to treat hypertension. Due to the sodium and chloride symporter inhibition, as a result of the drug use, the elements do not get reabsorbed in the blood stream.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

  Medicine

  This tablet interacts with Dexamethasone, Lithium, Amiodarone, Captopril, Insulin and others.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  This medication interacts with Congestive heart failure, Hyperuricemia, Diabetes and Hyperlipidemia.

• Ques : What is Telma Ct 40/12.5 Tablet?

  Ans : This tablet belongs to a family of drugs that are used to treat high blood pressure. It is also effective in reducing the risk of serious conditions such a stroke, heart attacks, heart conditions, and even death. It contains Chlorthalidone and Telmisartan as active ingredients. Telma Ct Tablet works by blocking the action of a substance responsible for narrowing the blood vessels; increasing elimination of sodium and chloride and therefore water from the body.

• Ques : What are the uses of Telma Ct 40/12.5 Tablet?

  Ans : It is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like high blood pressure, heart attack, edema, and hypertension.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Telma Ct 40/12.5 Tablet?

  Ans : Side effects include a cough, hypersensitivity, low blood pressure, and rapid swelling of face or lips. Apart from these, using this medicine may further lead to vomiting, bloating, itching, and muscle cramps. If any of these symptoms occur often or on daily basis, a doctor should be urgently consulted.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Telma Ct 40/12.5 Tablet?

  Ans : It should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Telma Ct 40/12.5 Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : It is a medicine which takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : What are the contraindications to Telma Ct 40/12.5 Tablet?

  Ans : This medication should not be used if you have the following conditions such as Breastfeeding, Hepatic impairment, Hypersensitivity, Lack of urine production, Obstructive biliary disorders, Pregnant, and Sulfa allergy.

• Ques : Is Telma Ct 40/12.5 Tablet safe to use when pregnant?

  Ans : This medication is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

• Ques : Will Telma Ct 40/12.5 Tablet be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose of this medication can lead to increased chances of side effects such as Cough, Hypersensitivity, Low blood pressure, Rapid swelling of face or lips, Vomiting, Bloating, Itching, Muscle cramps, Pain, Gastrointestinal disturbances, Gastric pain, Abnormal liver function, Yellowing of skin, Eyes, Low blood magnesium level, Impotence, High blood glucose level, and Nausea.

• Telmisartan- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 26 April 2019]. Available from:

  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/telmisartan

• TELMISARTAN - telmisartan tablet- Daily Med [Internet]. dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2019. [Cited 23 April 2019]. Available from:

  https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=29bddc43-2809-4e1f-ae35-2865e15e9bb6

• Chlorthalidone- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 16 May 2019]. Available from:

  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/chlorthalidone

• Chlorthalidone- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 16 May 2019]. Available from:

  https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00310