Telmisartan

Dosage Forms Available

• Telmisartan is available for use via oral route (tablet).

Age and Dose Restrictions

• It is available for Adults only.

Overdose and Missed Dose

• Overdose of Telmisartan can potentially cause significant hypotension, leading to dizziness, fainting, increased or decreased heart rate (Tachycardia or Bradycardia), and potential onset of acute renal failure. Inform your doctor about these effects and follow the advice accordingly.
• If you miss a dose of Telmisartan, take it as soon as you remember. But, if the next dose is near, skip the missed dose and resume the regular dosing regime.

Other Medications To Avoid With This Medicine

• Refrain from using ibuprofen or any other anti-inflammatory medication with Telmisartan without consulting your doctor.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• Exercise caution when considering the use of Telmisartan in pregnant or breastfeeding women, as well as in elderly patients and individuals with cardiac failure or kidney dysfunction.

Use In Driving And Operating Machinery

• It is advisable to refrain from driving or operating heavy machinery while taking Telmisartan since it may lead to hypotension and drowsiness, impairing your ability to perform these activities safely.

Caution In Other Conditions

• Individuals with hypertension and coronary artery disease should consider lifestyle modifications, including dietary changes such as a low-sodium, low-carbohydrate, and low-fat diet. Regular exercise, like brisk walking for at least 30 minutes daily, five days a week, is also recommended to control blood pressure.
• Patients with hypertension are at a continuous risk of heart attacks and strokes. Hence, it is crucial to establish a routine for monitoring blood pressure through a digital blood pressure monitoring device at home or regular visits to the doctor.

Special Dietary & Lifestyle Recommendation

• Proper education on recognising the signs and symptoms of heart attacks and strokes is essential. This knowledge can lead to quicker interventions, minimising complications and ultimately promoting a faster and more complete recovery.
• To manage Telmisartan-induced hypotension, it is advisable to avoid sudden changes in position, such as quickly rising from lying down or sitting position.