Eritel is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Heart Failure, High BP. Other than this, Eritel has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Eritel. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Eritel also has some side effects, the most common being Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Eritel as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Eritel are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Eritel's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Eritel's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Eritel is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions.
Additionally, Eritel may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Eritel is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Eritel is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Eritel is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Eritel safe for pregnant women?
Eritel can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Eritel safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Eritel on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Eritel on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Eritel on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Eritel on the Liver?
Eritel has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Eritel on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Eritel on the heart have been reported.
Eritel 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 Eritel unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Eritel habit forming or addictive?
Eritel is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Eritel you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Eritel only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Eritel is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Eritel
When consumed with certain foods, Eritel may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Eritel
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Eritel as it can have severe side effects.
No, Eritel is not a beta blocker/calcium channel blocker/diuretic/blood thinner/ace inhibitor. It is angiotensin II receptor blocker (an antihypertensive drug).
Yes, Eritel may cause a cough on rare occasions. If you experience a cough while taking Eritel, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Eritel 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. Eritel is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.
No, Eritel doesn't cause depression. However, if you experience depression while taking Eritel, please talk to your doctor immediately.
No, Eritel does not cause weight gain. Weight gain has rarely been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight gain and you are in doubt that Eritel is causing weight gain then discuss with your doctor instantly.
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