Baritec tablet 40mg

About Baritec tablet 40mg

Baritec tablet 40mg Uses

• High blood pressure (hypertension)
• Reducing cardiovascular risk in high risk patients
• Protecting the kidneys, especially in diabetes
• Part of combination therapy for resistant hypertension

Drug Class

• Angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)
• Antihypertensive

What Experts Say

Telmisartan blocks angiotensin II, a hormone that tightens blood vessels and raises blood pressure. By relaxing the vessels, it lowers pressure and eases the workload on the heart.

It is a long acting ARB, so a single daily dose gives smooth, round the clock control. Doctors often choose it because it is effective, well tolerated and does not cause the dry cough seen with some other blood pressure medicines.

Blood pressure control is a long term commitment, and telmisartan works best taken every day even when a person feels well. Blood pressure, kidney function and potassium are monitored during treatment.

Baritec tablet 40mg formula

• Telmisartan 40mg

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Baritec tablet 40mg?

• Take one tablet once daily, with or without food.
• Take at the same time each day.
• Keep taking it even when you feel well.
• Have your blood pressure and kidney function checked as advised.

Drug Interactions

Telmisartan interacts with medicines affecting potassium, kidneys and blood pressure.

• Potassium supplements and sparing diuretics: Can raise potassium to unsafe levels.
• NSAIDs like ibuprofen and diclofenac: Reduce its effect and may harm the kidneys.
• Lithium: Telmisartan can raise lithium levels.
• Digoxin: Levels may rise; monitoring may be needed.
• Other blood pressure medicines: Add to the pressure lowering effect.

Risks and warnings

• Pregnancy: Must not be used in pregnancy as it can harm the baby.
• Kidney function: Kidney function and potassium should be monitored.
• Low blood pressure: May cause dizziness, especially at the start or if dehydrated.
• High potassium: Report muscle weakness or irregular heartbeat.
• Dehydration: Risk of low pressure rises with fluid loss.

Baritec tablet 40mg Side Effects

• Dizziness
• Back or joint pain
• Sinus or throat symptoms
• Raised potassium
• Low blood pressure symptoms

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture, out of reach of children.