Telmifast 80 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 19.00 (2 x 14: ৳ 532.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 266.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Telmisartan |
| Company | Pharmasia limited |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of hypertension in adults
- Reduction of cardiovascular morbidity in adults with atherothrombotic cardiovascular disease or type 2 diabetes mellitus
Mode of Action
- Non-peptide angiotensin-ll receptor antagonist
- Blocks vasoconstrictor and aldosterone secreting effects of angiotensin-ll
Dosage & Administration
- Usual starting dose of 40mg once a day
- Blood pressure response is dose-related over the range of 20 to 80 mg
- May be administered with or without food
Pediatric Use
Safety and effectiveness not established
Geriatric Use
No overall differences in effectiveness and safety observed in these patients compared to younger patients
Hepatic Impairment
Monitor carefully and up titrate slowly in patients with biliary obstructive disorders or hepatic insufficiency
Interaction
- Increased risk of renal impairment and loss of antihypertensive effect with NSAIDs
- Co-administration with aliskiren should be avoided in patients with diabetes
Contraindications
Known hypersensitivity to this product or any of its components
Side Effects
- Sinus pain and congestion, back pain, diarrhea in hypertensive patients
- Intermittent claudication and skin ulcer for patients of cardiovascular risk reduction
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy Category C (first trimester) and D (second and third trimester), potential for adverse effects on the nursing infant
Precautions & Warnings
- Avoid fetal or neonatal exposure
- Hypotension
- Monitor carefully in patients with impaired hepatic or renal function
- Avoid concomitant use of an ACE inhibitor and angiotensin receptor blocker
Overdose Effects
Likely manifestations include hypotension, dizziness, tachycardia, bradycardia, increase in serum creatinine, and acute renal failure
Therapeutic Class
Angiotensin-ll receptor blocker
Storage Conditions
Do not store above 30°C, protect from light and high humidity, keep out of the reach of children