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Teleact 40 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Heart Failure, High BP. The alternative uses of Teleact 40 Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Teleact 40 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
The side effects typically associated with Teleact 40 Tablet include Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. While these are the most often observed Teleact 40 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Teleact 40 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Teleact 40 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Teleact 40 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Teleact 40 Tablet related warnings section.
Teleact 40 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects.
Besides this, Teleact 40 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Teleact 40 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Teleact 40 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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Is the use of Teleact 40 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Teleact. If you are pregnant, do not take Teleact without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Teleact 40 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Teleact as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Teleact 40 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Teleact does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Teleact 40 Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Teleact on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Teleact 40 Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Teleact on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Teleact 40 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Teleact 40 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Teleact 40 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Teleact 40 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Teleact 40 Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Teleact 40 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Teleact 40 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Teleact 40 Tablet
Taking Teleact 40 Tablet with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Teleact 40 Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Teleact 40 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Teleact causes hyperkalemia (high amount of potassium in the blood). Therefore, monitoring of blood potassium levels is important during Teleact therapy.
Yes, Teleact may cause a cough on rare occasions. If you experience a cough while taking Teleact, please talk to your doctor immediately.
Teleact 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. Teleact is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.
Yes, Teleact causes hyponatremia (low level of sodium in the blood). Treatment with telmisartan might call for a regular blood monitoring for checking sodium levels.
No, Teleact doesn't cause a headache. However, if you experience a headache while using Teleact, please consult your doctor without any delay.
This medicine data has been created by -
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