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Sartel 20 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Heart Failure, High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Sartel 20 Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Sartel 20 Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Sartel 20 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Sartel 20 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Sartel 20 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Sartel 20 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Sartel 20 Tablet related warnings talks about Sartel 20 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Sartel 20 Tablet 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.
Drug reaction of Sartel 20 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Sartel 20 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Sartel 20 Tablet 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 Sartel 20 Tablet is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Sartel 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Sartel shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Sartel 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Sartel as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Sartel 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Sartel on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Sartel 20 Tablet on the Liver?
Sartel is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Sartel 20 Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Sartel on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sartel 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sartel 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Sartel 20 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Sartel 20 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Sartel 20 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Sartel 20 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Sartel 20 Tablet
Some foods when eaten with Sartel 20 Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sartel 20 Tablet
Consuming Sartel 20 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
No, Sartel 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 Sartel is causing weight gain then discuss with your doctor instantly.
Yes, Sartel may cause a cough on rare occasions. If you experience a cough while taking Sartel, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Sartel is available in the form of tablets. A tablet is usually taken once a day, with or without food because food affects the absorption of this drug. It should be taken at exactly the same time every time to avoid skipping the dose. Sartel might start showing the effects between 2 to 4 weeks, therefore, it is important to continue taking it even when you feel well. One should take Sartel exactly as prescribed by their doctor.
Sartel contains telmisartan which is an antihypertensive drug that works by preventing a chemical (angiotensin II) to bind with a receptor. This causes relaxation of blood vessels, it also prevents the synthesis and release of aldosterone (a hormone whose hyperactivity results in high blood pressure). In this way Sartel decreases the blood pressure.
No, Sartel is not a beta blocker/calcium channel blocker/diuretic/blood thinner/ace inhibitor. It is angiotensin II receptor blocker (an antihypertensive drug).
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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