TELHEX-80

Description

TELHEX-80 contains Telmisartan I.P. 80 mg in tablet form. Telmisartan belongs to the angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) group and helps lower high blood pressure in adults. It blocks the action of angiotensin II, which allows blood vessels to relax and supports better blood-pressure control.

For related cardiovascular and blood-pressure formulations, explore the Cardries Biotic range from Medhexa Pharma.

Therapeutic Segment

Cardiovascular Care | Antihypertensive Therapy | ARB | Hypertension Management | Blood Pressure Control

Uses of TELHEX-80

TELHEX-80 may help manage:

• High blood pressure (hypertension)
• Long-term blood-pressure control
• Patients who need an ARB medicine
• Blood-pressure management as part of overall cardiovascular care
• Cardiovascular risk reduction in appropriate patients when specifically prescribed for this purpose

Doctors may prescribe telmisartan alone or with other blood-pressure medicines. Therefore, the treatment plan depends on the patient’s blood pressure, medical history and response to therapy.

Key Benefits of TELHEX-80

• Blood Pressure Control: Helps lower high blood pressure.
• ARB Action: Blocks the action of angiotensin II.
• Blood Vessel Support: Helps blood vessels relax and reduces resistance to blood flow.
• Convenient Strength: Each tablet contains Telmisartan I.P. 80 mg.
• Oral Tablet: Provides a convenient form for daily treatment.
• Flexible Use: Doctors may use telmisartan alone or with other antihypertensive medicines when appropriate.

How TELHEX-80 Works

Telmisartan works as an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB). It blocks angiotensin II from attaching to AT1 receptors.

Normally, angiotensin II can narrow blood vessels and raise blood pressure. By blocking this action, telmisartan helps the blood vessels relax. As a result, blood pressure can decrease.

In addition, telmisartan may continue to lower blood pressure as treatment progresses. Most of its blood-pressure effect appears within about two weeks, while the maximum reduction generally occurs within four weeks.

Common Side Effects of TELHEX-80

Some people may experience side effects while taking telmisartan. These may include:

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Diarrhoea
• Back pain
• Fatigue
• Low blood pressure
• Upper respiratory symptoms

However, not everyone experiences these effects. Dizziness or low blood pressure may occur more easily when a person has dehydration or low salt levels.

Contact your healthcare professional if any side effect continues, becomes severe or causes concern.

Important Safety Information

Use TELHEX-80 only as directed by your healthcare professional.

• Pregnancy: Telmisartan can seriously harm the developing fetus. Therefore, contact your doctor immediately if you become pregnant during treatment.
• Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, low blood pressure, dehydration or abnormal potassium levels.
• Your doctor may check kidney function and potassium levels during treatment, especially if you have kidney problems or other risk factors.
• Telmisartan may cause low blood pressure, particularly when you have low fluid or salt levels.
• Do not combine telmisartan with an ACE inhibitor unless your doctor specifically recommends it.
• Do not use telmisartan with aliskiren if you have diabetes.
• Tell your healthcare professional about all prescription medicines, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and supplements you take.
• Ask your doctor before using potassium supplements or potassium-containing salt substitutes because telmisartan can increase potassium levels.
• Do not stop your blood-pressure medicine without medical advice.
• Seek urgent medical attention if you develop severe dizziness, fainting, swelling of the face or throat, difficulty breathing or other serious symptoms.

For complete prescribing information, refer to the DailyMed Telmisartan prescribing information.

Dosage & Administration

Take TELHEX-80 exactly as prescribed by your healthcare professional.

For hypertension, doctors usually start telmisartan at 40 mg once daily and may adjust the dose within the approved range of 40–80 mg once daily, depending on the patient’s response. Therefore, the 80 mg strength should only be taken when prescribed for the individual patient.

TELHEX-80 can be taken with or without food. Take the tablet with water and follow the schedule given by your doctor.

If you miss a dose, follow your healthcare professional’s instructions. Do not take an extra tablet to make up for a missed dose unless your doctor tells you to do so.

Storage

• Store TELHEX-80 in a cool, dry place.
• Keep the tablets away from excessive heat and moisture.
• Protect the product from direct sunlight.
• Keep the tablets in their original ALU-ALU packaging until use.
• Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
• Do not use the product after the expiry date printed on the pack.