Product introduction
Telmiride 40 Tablet contains telmisartan and is mainly used to control high blood pressure. Lowering blood pressure helps protect against future heart attacks, strokes and kidney problems. It can be taken with or without food, but is best taken at the same time each day, and should be continued regularly even when you feel well.
Storage: Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Uses of Telmiride 40 Tablet
- Treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension)
- Treatment of heart failure
- Prevention of heart attack and stroke
Benefits of Telmiride 40 Tablet
By relaxing and widening the blood vessels, this tablet lowers blood pressure and reduces the workload on the heart. Over time this lowers the risk of stroke, heart attack and kidney damage, and in heart failure it helps improve blood flow and prevent fluid buildup.
Side effects of Telmiride 40 Tablet
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Back pain
- Sinus inflammation
- Skin ulcer
- Intermittent claudication
- Diarrhoea
How to use Telmiride 40 Tablet
Swallow the tablet whole with water; do not chew, crush or break it. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time each day as prescribed by your doctor.
How Telmiride 40 Tablet works
Telmisartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It blocks the action of a natural body chemical that narrows blood vessels, allowing the vessels to relax and widen so that blood flows more easily and blood pressure falls.
Substitutes for Telmiride 40 Tablet
These medicines have the same composition (Telmisartan (40mg)) and can generally be used as alternatives. Always confirm with your doctor or our pharmacist before switching.
Safety advice
Alcohol should be used with caution, as it may add to the blood-pressure-lowering effect.
Highly unsafe in pregnancy, as it can seriously harm the unborn baby. Avoid use.
May be unsafe while breastfeeding. Speak to your doctor before using it.
Can reduce alertness or cause sleepiness and blurred vision, so take care when driving.
Use with caution if you have kidney disease; your doctor may monitor kidney function.
Unsafe in people with liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking it.
Quick tips
- Take it at the same time every day and keep taking it even if your blood pressure feels normal.
- Support the medicine with a low-salt diet, regular exercise and by avoiding smoking.
- Do not stop the tablet suddenly without talking to your doctor, as your blood pressure may rise.
- Get your blood pressure and potassium levels checked as advised by your doctor.
Fact box
| Chemical class | Biphenyl derivative |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | CARDIAC |
| Action class | Angiotensin Receptor Blockers (ARBs) |
Frequently asked questions
When should I take Telmiride 40 Tablet?
It is usually taken once a day, either in the morning or the evening. Try to take it at the same time each day.
How long does it take to work?
Your blood pressure may start improving within a couple of weeks, but the full benefit is usually seen after about 4 to 8 weeks.
Can I stop taking it once my blood pressure is normal?
No. High blood pressure often has no symptoms, so keep taking the tablet and do not stop it without your doctor's advice.
Does this tablet cause weight gain?
Telmiride 40 Tablet is not known to cause weight gain. Tell your doctor if you notice unexplained changes in weight.
Can it raise potassium levels in the blood?
Yes, it can sometimes increase blood potassium, so your doctor may check this with periodic blood tests.