Telsan Tablet 40mg

About Telsan Tablet 40mg

Telsan Tablet 40mg Uses

• Treats high blood pressure (hypertension)
• Reduces the risk of heart attack, stroke and cardiovascular death in high risk patients
• Used alone or combined with other blood pressure medicines
• Helps protect kidney function in patients with diabetes related hypertension

Telsan Tablet 40mg Benefits

• Provides steady 24 hour blood pressure control with once daily dosing
• Lower risk of dry cough compared to ACE inhibitor blood pressure medicines
• Suitable for long term management of chronic hypertension
• Supports overall heart and blood vessel health when taken as prescribed

What Experts Say

Telmisartan works by blocking angiotensin II from binding to AT1 receptors in blood vessel walls, preventing constriction and helping blood vessels relax. It has one of the longest half-lives among angiotensin receptor blockers, close to 24 hours, which gives smooth and sustained blood pressure control across the full day from a single daily dose.

Large clinical trials have shown telmisartan provides cardiovascular protection comparable to ACE inhibitors such as ramipril, with a lower risk of dry cough and angioedema. This makes it a useful option for patients who cannot tolerate ACE inhibitors but still need reliable blood pressure and cardiovascular risk control, including those with diabetes or established heart disease.

Doctors typically start treatment at 40mg once daily and may increase the dose based on response, usually reviewing blood pressure and kidney function within four to eight weeks. Regular monitoring of potassium and kidney function is recommended, especially in older adults, patients with kidney disease, or those taking other blood pressure medicines.

Drug Class

• Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker (ARB)

Telsan Tablet 40mg formula

• Telmisartan

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Telsan Tablet 40mg?

• Take one tablet by mouth once daily, with or without food
• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water
• Take it at the same time every day for consistent blood pressure control
• Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly without talking to your doctor
• If a dose is missed, take it as soon as remembered unless it is almost time for the next dose

Drug Interactions

• ACE Inhibitors: Combining with drugs like lisinopril or enalapril raises the risk of kidney problems, high potassium and low blood pressure.
• Potassium Sparing Diuretics And Supplements: Increases the risk of dangerously high blood potassium levels.
• Lithium: Telmisartan can raise lithium blood levels, increasing the risk of toxicity.
• NSAIDs: Regular use of painkillers such as ibuprofen or diclofenac can reduce the blood pressure lowering effect and raise the risk of kidney injury.
• Digoxin: May increase digoxin blood levels, requiring closer monitoring.

Risks and warnings

• Pregnancy: Can cause serious harm to an unborn baby; stop use immediately if pregnancy is confirmed and consult a doctor.
• Kidney Function: May reduce kidney function, particularly in patients with renal artery narrowing or severe heart failure.
• Hyperkalemia: Can raise blood potassium levels, especially in patients with kidney disease or those on potassium supplements.
• Low Blood Pressure: May cause dizziness or fainting, especially when starting treatment or in dehydrated patients.
• Liver Impairment: Use with caution in patients with biliary obstruction or significant liver disease.

Telsan Tablet 40mg Side Effects

• Dizziness
• Back pain
• Diarrhea
• Sinusitis
• Upper respiratory tract infection
• Fatigue
• Nausea
• Low blood pressure
• High potassium levels
• Swelling of the face, lips or throat (rare but serious)
• Reduced kidney function
• Muscle cramps

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
• Keep the tablets in their original blister pack until ready to use
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack