Tsart M 40 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. The alternative uses of Tsart M 40 Tablet have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Tsart M 40 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Tsart M 40 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Dizziness, Weakness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Tsart M 40 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Tsart M 40 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Tsart M 40 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. In addition, Tsart M 40 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Tsart M 40 Tablet related warnings section.
Tsart M 40 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Diabetes, Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Angioedema as it can result in adverse effects.
Drug reaction of Tsart M 40 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Tsart M 40 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Tsart M 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Tsart M 40 Tablet is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Tsart M 40 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Tsart M shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Tsart M 40 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Tsart M is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Tsart M 40 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Tsart M may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Tsart M 40 Tablet on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Tsart M. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Tsart M only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Tsart M 40 Tablet on the Heart?
Tsart M may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Tsart M 40 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tsart M 40 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tsart M 40 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Tsart M 40 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Tsart M 40 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Tsart M 40 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Tsart M 40 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tsart M 40 Tablet
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Tsart M 40 Tablet together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tsart M 40 Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Tsart M 40 Tablet.
Tsart M 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.
No, Tsart M is not a beta blocker/calcium channel blocker/diuretic/blood thinner/ace inhibitor. It is angiotensin II receptor blocker (an antihypertensive drug).
Yes, it is safe to take Tsart M 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, Tsart M causes hyperkalemia (high amount of potassium in the blood). Therefore, monitoring of blood potassium levels is important during Tsart M therapy.
Tsart M 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 Tsart M decreases the blood pressure.
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