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?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Sartel. If you are pregnant, do not take Sartel without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Sartel 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Sartel has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Sartel 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Sartel is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Sartel 20 Tablet on the Liver?
Sartel may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Sartel 20 Tablet on the Heart?
Sartel may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Sartel 20 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 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?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Sartel 20 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Sartel 20 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Sartel 20 Tablet for mental disorders.
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
Consumption of alcohol and Sartel 20 Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
Sartel 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. Sartel is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.
Yes, it is safe to take Sartel as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, in some people, it may cause some side effects like back pain, sinusitis, and diaarhea.
Yes, Sartel causes hyperkalemia (high amount of potassium in the blood). Therefore, monitoring of blood potassium levels is important during Sartel therapy.
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 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.
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