Telsite 20mg Tablet
Telmisartan (20mg)
by Sanofi India Ltd
strip of 15 tablets
About this medicine
Telsite 20mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Lowering blood pressure helps to prevent future heart attacks and strokes. This medicine is also effective in preserving kidney function in patients with diabetes. Telsite 20mg Tablet can be prescribed either alone or in combination with other medicines. It may be taken with or without food during the day or at night. However, try to take it at the same time each day to get the most benefit. It is important to continue taking it regularly even if you feel well or if your blood pressure is controlled. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel ill, but if you stop taking this medicine, your condition could get worse. This is a widely used medicine and is considered safe for long-term use. Making some changes in your lifestyle will also help lower your blood pressure. These may include regular exercise, losing weight, smoking cessation, reducing alcohol intake, and reducing the amount of salt in your diet as advised by your doctor. This medicine is tolerated well by most patients and has few side effects. However, it may cause hypotension (low blood pressure) in some people. Let your doctor know if you experience any of these side effects. They may be able to help by reducing the dosage or by prescribing you an alternate medicine. Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your doctor may check your kidney function, blood pressure, and potassium levels in your blood at regular intervals while you are taking this medicine.
Uses
- Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Treatment of Heart failure
- Fever
- Prevention of heart attack and stroke
Benefits
In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) Telsite 20mg Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. This effectively lowers the blood pressure. It must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well.
How it works
Telsite 20mg Tablet is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It relaxes blood vessels by blocking the action of a chemical that usually makes blood vessels tighter. This lowers the blood pressure, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly to different organs and the heart to pump more efficiently.
How to use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Telsite 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Common side effects
- Diarrhea
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Back pain
- Sinus inflammation
- Skin ulcer
- Intermittent claudication
Safety advice
- AlcoholUNSAFE
- It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Telsite 20mg Tablet.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Telsite 20mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Information regarding the use of Telsite 20mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- DrivingUNSAFE
- Telsite 20mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
- KidneyCAUTION
- Telsite 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Telsite 20mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying kidney disease. Regular monitoring of blood pressure, creatinine, and potassium levels may be advised while you are taking this medicine.
- LiverCAUTION
- Telsite 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Telsite 20mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Telsite 20mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Telsite 20mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick facts
- Chemical Class
- Benzimidazole derivative
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- Cardiac
Frequently asked questions
Should Telsite 20mg Tablet be taken in the morning or at night?
Telsite 20mg Tablet is generally recommended to be taken once daily, either in the morning or in the evening. Consider taking it at the same time each day as it will help you to remember taking it.
How long does it take for Telsite 20mg Tablet to work?
You may see an improvement within a few days. But, the maximum benefit can be seen within 4-8 weeks of starting treatment.
My blood pressure is now controlled. Can I stop taking Telsite 20mg Tablet now?
No, do not stop taking Telsite 20mg Tablet without consulting your doctor even if your blood pressure is controlled. Stopping it suddenly may increase your blood pressure which could be detrimental for you. Telsite 20mg Tablet does not cure high blood pressure but controls it. So, you may have to take the medicine lifelong. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.
If I have some kidney problem, can I take Telsite 20mg Tablet? Can it further deteriorate my kidney function?
You can take Telsite 20mg Tablet if it has been advised by your doctor. Your doctor may ask you to get regular tests done (potassium and creatinine levels) in order to monitor your kidney function. Telsite 20mg Tablet may cause worsening of kidney function, therefore you should contact your doctor in case you notice swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands or unexplained weight gain.
I am overweight and the doctor has prescribed me Telsite 20mg Tablet for blood pressure control. I am bothered that Telsite 20mg Tablet can increase my weight. Is it true?
No, do not worry since Telsite 20mg Tablet is not known to cause weight gain. In fact in animal studies Telsite 20mg Tablet has been found to decrease fat tissue.
Does Telsite 20mg Tablet affect blood glucose levels in diabetics?
Telsite 20mg Tablet may lower blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes. Therefore, it is essential to keep a regular track of your blood glucose levels. Talk to your doctor if you are a diabetic because the dose of insulin or antidiabetic medicines may need adjustment.
Can the use of Telsite 20mg Tablet cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood)?
Yes, Telsite 20mg Tablet can cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood). A regular monitoring of blood potassium levels may be advised by your doctor while taking this medicine.
Does Telsite 20mg Tablet work by causing excessive urination?
No, Telsite 20mg Tablet does not cause excessive urination and does not belong to the diuretic class of medicines. Telsite 20mg Tablet works by relaxing the blood vessels by blocking the effect of a substance known as angiotensin II. This substance is responsible for increasing the blood pressure by narrowing down the blood vessels.
Do I need to follow any precautions if I take ibuprofen and Telsite 20mg Tablet together?
If you are taking ibuprofen and Telsite 20mg Tablet together, you should continuously keep a check on your blood pressure and kidney function. Telsite 20mg Tablet may enhance the side effects of ibuprofen which may further cause water retention, especially in patients taking Telsite 20mg Tablet for heart failure. Ibuprofen may interfere with the working of Telsite 20mg Tablet and decrease its efficiency at lowering blood pressure.
Should Telsite 20mg Tablet be taken in the morning or at night?
Telsite 20mg Tablet is generally recommended to be taken once daily, either in the morning or in the evening. Consider taking it at the same time each day as it will help you to remember taking it.
How long does it take for Telsite 20mg Tablet to work?
You may see an improvement within a few days. But, the maximum benefit can be seen within 4-8 weeks of starting treatment.
My blood pressure is now controlled. Can I stop taking Telsite 20mg Tablet now?
No, do not stop taking Telsite 20mg Tablet without consulting your doctor even if your blood pressure is controlled. Stopping it suddenly may increase your blood pressure which could be detrimental for you. Telsite 20mg Tablet does not cure high blood pressure but controls it. So, you may have to take the medicine lifelong. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.
Can the use of Telsite 20mg Tablet cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood)?
Yes, Telsite 20mg Tablet can cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood). A regular monitoring of blood potassium levels may be advised by your doctor while taking this medicine.
If I have some kidney problem, can I take Telsite 20mg Tablet? Can it further deteriorate my kidney function?
You can take Telsite 20mg Tablet if it has been advised by your doctor. Your doctor may ask you to get regular tests done (potassium and creatinine levels) in order to monitor your kidney function. Telsite 20mg Tablet may cause worsening of kidney function, therefore you should contact your doctor in case you notice swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands or unexplained weight gain.
I am overweight and the doctor has prescribed me Telsite 20mg Tablet for blood pressure control. I am bothered that Telsite 20mg Tablet can increase my weight. Is it true?
No, do not worry since Telsite 20mg Tablet is not known to cause weight gain. In fact in animal studies Telsite 20mg Tablet has been found to decrease fat tissue.
Does Telsite 20mg Tablet affect blood glucose levels in diabetics?
Telsite 20mg Tablet may lower blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes. Therefore, it is essential to keep a regular track of your blood glucose levels. Talk to your doctor if you are a diabetic because the dose of insulin or antidiabetic medicines may need adjustment.
Do I need to follow any precautions if I take ibuprofen and Telsite 20mg Tablet together?
If you are taking ibuprofen and Telsite 20mg Tablet together, you should continuously keep a check on your blood pressure and kidney function. Telsite 20mg Tablet may enhance the side effects of ibuprofen which may further cause water retention, especially in patients taking Telsite 20mg Tablet for heart failure. Ibuprofen may interfere with the working of Telsite 20mg Tablet and decrease its efficiency at lowering blood pressure.
Does Telsite 20mg Tablet work by causing excessive urination?
No, Telsite 20mg Tablet does not cause excessive urination and does not belong to the diuretic class of medicines. Telsite 20mg Tablet works by relaxing the blood vessels by blocking the effect of a substance known as angiotensin II. This substance is responsible for increasing the blood pressure by narrowing down the blood vessels.
Should Telsite 20mg Tablet be taken in the morning or at night?
Telsite 20mg Tablet is generally recommended to be taken once daily, either in the morning or in the evening. Consider taking it at the same time each day as it will help you to remember taking it.
How long does it take for Telsite 20mg Tablet to work?
You may see an improvement within a few days. But, the maximum benefit can be seen within 4-8 weeks of starting treatment.
My blood pressure is now controlled. Can I stop taking Telsite 20mg Tablet now?
No, do not stop taking Telsite 20mg Tablet without consulting your doctor even if your blood pressure is controlled. Stopping it suddenly may increase your blood pressure which could be detrimental for you. Telsite 20mg Tablet does not cure high blood pressure but controls it. So, you may have to take the medicine lifelong. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.
Can the use of Telsite 20mg Tablet cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood)?
Yes, Telsite 20mg Tablet can cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood). A regular monitoring of blood potassium levels may be advised by your doctor while taking this medicine.
If I have some kidney problem, can I take Telsite 20mg Tablet? Can it further deteriorate my kidney function?
You can take Telsite 20mg Tablet if it has been advised by your doctor. Your doctor may ask you to get regular tests done (potassium and creatinine levels) in order to monitor your kidney function. Telsite 20mg Tablet may cause worsening of kidney function, therefore you should contact your doctor in case you notice swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands or unexplained weight gain.
I am overweight and the doctor has prescribed me Telsite 20mg Tablet for blood pressure control. I am bothered that Telsite 20mg Tablet can increase my weight. Is it true?
No, do not worry since Telsite 20mg Tablet is not known to cause weight gain. In fact in animal studies Telsite 20mg Tablet has been found to decrease fat tissue.
Does Telsite 20mg Tablet affect blood glucose levels in diabetics?
Telsite 20mg Tablet may lower blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes. Therefore, it is essential to keep a regular track of your blood glucose levels. Talk to your doctor if you are a diabetic because the dose of insulin or antidiabetic medicines may need adjustment.
Do I need to follow any precautions if I take ibuprofen and Telsite 20mg Tablet together?
If you are taking ibuprofen and Telsite 20mg Tablet together, you should continuously keep a check on your blood pressure and kidney function. Telsite 20mg Tablet may enhance the side effects of ibuprofen which may further cause water retention, especially in patients taking Telsite 20mg Tablet for heart failure. Ibuprofen may interfere with the working of Telsite 20mg Tablet and decrease its efficiency at lowering blood pressure.
Does Telsite 20mg Tablet work by causing excessive urination?
No, Telsite 20mg Tablet does not cause excessive urination and does not belong to the diuretic class of medicines. Telsite 20mg Tablet works by relaxing the blood vessels by blocking the effect of a substance known as angiotensin II. This substance is responsible for increasing the blood pressure by narrowing down the blood vessels.
Product details
- Manufacturer
- Sanofi India Ltd
- Salt composition
- Telmisartan (20mg)
- Pack
- strip of 15 tablets
- Dosage form
- Tablet
- Storage
- Store below 30°C
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