Telmisartan Tablets IP 80mg Uses
Telmisartan Tablets IP 80mg is primarily used to manage high blood pressure (hypertension). It helps lower blood pressure, thereby reducing the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and kidney problems. It is also prescribed to reduce the risk of cardiovascular events in patients at high risk. This medicine is part of a class known as angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs).
How Telmisartan Tablets IP 80mg works
Telmisartan works by blocking the action of a natural substance called angiotensin II, which normally causes blood vessels to narrow. By blocking this effect, Telmisartan relaxes and widens blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more easily and reducing blood pressure. This mechanism also helps protect the heart and kidneys from damage due to high blood pressure.
Common side effects of Telmisartan Tablets IP 80mg
Like all medicines, Telmisartan can cause side effects, although not everyone gets them. Common side effects may include:
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
- Diarrhea
- Back pain
- Sinusitis (inflammation of the sinuses)
- Increased potassium levels in the blood (may cause symptoms like irregular heartbeat)
If any side effect persists or worsens, consult your doctor.
Expert advice for Telmisartan Tablets IP 80mg
- Take Telmisartan exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not change the dose or stop taking it without medical advice.
- It can be taken with or without food, but try to take it at the same time each day.
- Monitor your blood pressure regularly to ensure the medicine is effective.
- Avoid alcohol, as it can lower blood pressure further and increase dizziness.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, as Telmisartan is not recommended during pregnancy.
- Tell your doctor about all other medicines you take, especially diuretics, potassium supplements, or NSAIDs, to avoid interactions.
- Do not use salt substitutes containing potassium without consulting your doctor.
Jan Aushadhi price and availability
Telmisartan Tablets IP 80mg is available at Jan Aushadhi Kendra (Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana) at an affordable price. The MRP for a strip of 10 tablets is ₹22.69, making it a cost-effective generic alternative to expensive branded medicines. You can purchase it from authorized Jan Aushadhi stores across India. Always check the packaging for the Jan Aushadhi logo and verify the composition and strength with your pharmacist.
Safety note
This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting any new medicine. Do not self-medicate or change your dosage without medical supervision. If you experience severe side effects like swelling of the face, lips, or throat, difficulty breathing, or fainting, seek immediate medical help.