Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet include Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. Some other side effects of Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet related warnings section.
Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet in conditions like Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Bitelsar has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Bitelsar on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Bitelsar may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet on the Liver?
Bitelsar has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet on the Heart?
Bitelsar has very mild side effects on the heart.
Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet
Taking alcohol with Bitelsar HS 40 Tablet can be dangerous.
Bitelsar is the brand name for telmisartan. It belongs to a group of medications known as angiotensin II receptor blockers. It is available in the form of tablets. Bitelsar is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.
Yes, Bitelsar causes hyperkalemia (high amount of potassium in the blood). Therefore, monitoring of blood potassium levels is important during Bitelsar therapy.
Bitelsar can be taken as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. You must not discontinue taking it even when you start feeling well. In addition, you must not take it more frequently as that can have adverse effects. Follow the recommendations of your doctor completely.
Yes, Bitelsar causes hyponatremia (low level of sodium in the blood). Treatment with telmisartan might call for a regular blood monitoring for checking sodium levels.
No, Bitelsar is not bad for kidneys. In fact, it protects the kidneys, thus, it is suitable for people with diabetes and mild-to-moderate kidney disease.
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