Telma 80-H Tablet

Telma 80-H 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. Telma 80-H Tablet helps maintain optimal blood pressure levels in a person’s body. In patients who suffer from hypertension, it can lower the blood pressure.

Telma 80-H Tablet works by widening and dilating the blood vessels, which relaxes them. It also helps the kidney flush out excess salt and water, thus reducing the blood pressure. Therefore, Telma 80-H Tablet is highly effective in treating hypertension.

Telma 80-H Tablet is a drug that is also known as an Angiotensin receptor blocker or an ARB. This drug is used to treat hypertension or high blood pressure. It is also given to patients, to reduce their risk of developing conditions such as heart disorders, a stroke and heart attacks. The Telma 80-H Tablet works, by blocking the effect of Angiotensin. It prevents the activation of a receptor, by the Angiotensin II hormone that would usually result in a slight increase of the blood pressure, when it is low. It lowers blood pressure by dilating and relaxing the muscles of the blood vessels. This enables your kidney to eliminate the excess of water and salt.

The regular recommended dosage of Telma 80-H Tablet is a 40 mg tablet, taken once a day. The doctor might increase the dosage to 80 mg, if you suffer from serious conditions of the heart. It is important to continue taking this medication according to the doctor’s prescription, until you have completed the course. You should not skip out on a dose, and if you do forget, do not take an extra dose to make up for it.

Pregnant women or women who are trying to get pregnant 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 medicine.

The common side effects of Telma 80-H Tablet are diarrhea, headache, vomiting, nausea, chest congestion, fatigue, body and muscle aches. These side effects are minor and usually disappear within a week or two. If they continue for a prolonged period, consult your doctor. The major side effects include dizziness, nausea, swelling of the hands, ankles, or feet and sudden weight gain. If you have an allergy to this medicine, you will experience symptoms such as swelling of the tongue, throat or face, rashes, itchiness and difficulty breathing. If you have an allergic reaction to Telma 80-H Tablet, it is advisable to discontinue the usage of this medicine and contact your doctor immediately. This drug interacts with other medications as well as alcohol, in a negative way. Therefore, make sure you inform your doctor of all the other medicines you are taking, before beginning a course of Telma 80-H Tablet.

• Hypertension

  Telma 80-H Tablet is used in the treatment of hypertension which is an increase in the blood pressure caused by genetic and/or environmental factors.

• Cardiovascular Risk Reduction

  Telma 80-H Tablet is used to reduce the risk of heart complications like coronary artery disease and stroke in the elderly population.

• Allergy

  Avoid if you have a known allergy to Telma 80-H Tablet or any medicine of the same class.

• Aliskiren

  Use of these medicines is not recommended in the elderly population with diabetes and kidney disease with CrCl less than 60 ml/min.

• Changes In Vision

• Dizziness

• Increased Heart Rate

• Difficulty Or Painful Urination

• Abdominal Pain

• Diarrhoea

• Back Pain

• Weakness

• 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 medicine can be observed within 1 to 2 hours of adminstration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine 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 80-H Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Newtel-H 80Mg Tablet

  Systopic Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• Telmikind-H 80 Tablet

  Mankind Pharma Ltd

• Cortel H 80 Mg/12.5 Mg Tablet

  Corona Remedies Pvt Ltd

• Telzox H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet

  Lloyd Healthcare Pvt Ltd

• Temmy H 80mg/12.5mg Tablet

  Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• TELI H 80MG/12.5MG TABLET

  Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Telmiprime H 80Mg/12.5Mg Tablet

  Primus Pharmaceuticals

• Telmore H 80Mg/12.5Mg Tablet

  Morepen Laboratories Ltd

• TELMERON H TABLET 80MG/12.5MG

  Saffron Therapeutics Pvt Ltd

• Telmed H 80 Tablet

  Medley Pharmaceuticals

• 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.

Telma 80-H 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

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 Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Consumption of alcohol with this medicine will lower the blood pressure and can cause dizziness, headache and changes in heart rate. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if you have these symptoms.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Aliskiren

  Use of these medicines is not recommended especially in the elderly population with diabetes and kidney disease with CrCl less than 60 ml/min. You experience weakness, confusion, and irregular heartbeat if these medicines are taken together. Regular monitoring of blood pressure and kidney function tests are to be performed. An alternate medicine should be considered under the doctor's supervision.

  Captopril

  Use of these medicines is not recommended as it may increase the risk of kidney impairment and low blood pressure. You may experience weakness, confusion, and irregular heartbeat if these medicines are taken together. Regular monitoring of blood pressure and kidney function tests are to be performed. An alternate medicine should be considered under the doctor's supervision.

  Dexamethasone

  The desired effect of Telma 80-H Tablet will not obtain if these medicines are taken together. This interaction is more likely to happen if dexamethasone is taken for more than 1 week. Inform the doctor if you have a sudden weight gain, swelling of hands and feet. If coadministration is needed then appropriate dose adjustments are to be made under the doctor's supervision. Regular monitoring of blood pressure and kidney function tests are to be performed.

  Diclofenac

  The desired effect of Telma 80-H Tablet will not obtain if these medicines are taken together. The risk of kidney impairment will increase if these medicines are taken together especially in elderly population or having pre-existing kidney disease. Inform the doctor if you have an increased or decreased urination and unexplained weight gain or weight loss. Regular monitoring of blood pressure and kidney function tests are to be performed.

  Insulin

  The effect of insulin will increase if these medicines are taken together. You may experience dizziness, headache, sweating if these medicines are taken together. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is needed. Suitable dose adjustments or an alternate medicine should be made under the doctor's supervision.

• Interaction with Disease

  Congestive Heart Failure (Chf)

  Telma 80-H Tablet is used with caution in patients with congestive heart failure (especially in volume or sodium depletion). Transient hypotension is also not a contraindication for this medicine. It is usually reinstated when blood pressure reaches the normal value.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.

• Ques : What is Telma 80-H Tablet?

  Ans : Telma 80-H Tablet is a medication which has Hydrochlorothiazide and Telmisartan as active elements present in it. This medicine performs its action by obstructing the action of a substance responsible for narrowing the blood vessels, removing the fluid and salts from the body. Telma 80-H Tablet is used to treat conditions such as Blood pressure, High blood pressure, Heart attack, Kidney failure in patients with diabetes, and Liver failure. etc.

• Ques : What are the uses of Telma 80-H Tablet?

  Ans : Telma 80-H Tablet is a medication, which is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Blood pressure, High blood pressure, Heart attack, Kidney failure in patients with diabetes, Liver failure, Elevated blood pressure, and Fluid retention. Apart from these, it can also be used to treat conditions like Acute hypotension, Heart failure, Kidney disorder, and Kidney failure. The patient should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using Telma 80-H Tablet to avoid undesirable effects.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Telma 80-H Tablet?

  Ans : Telma 80-H Tablet is a medication which has some commonly reported side effects. These side effects may or may not occur always and some of them are rare but severe. This is not a complete list and if you experience any of the below-mentioned side effects, contact your doctor immediately. Here are some side effects of Telma 80-H Tablet which are as follows: Headache, Allergic reactions, Muscle pain, Muscle cramps, Asthenia, Excess of uric acid in blood, Gastrointestinal problems, Drowsiness, Electrolyte imbalance, Rapid swelling of face or lips, Excess of glucose in the bloodstream, Eczema, Abnormal heart rhythm, Cephalalgia, Vomiting, Cough, Hypersensitivity, Low blood pressure, Bloating, Itching, amd Pain. It is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of Telma 80-H Tablet.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Telma 80-H Tablet?

  Ans : Telma 80-H Tablet should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets. The patient should consult a doctor for its further uses and side effects and should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using to avoid undesirable effects. It is a prescribed medication.