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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Telkiz-40 Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and to reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke in adults. It contains Telmisartan, which widens and relaxes blood vessels. Thus, lowers high blood pressure. In some cases, you may experience side effects such as diarrhoea, sinus infection, and back pain. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

TELMISARTAN-40MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Osvel Pharma

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

NPPA :

Regulated

About Telkiz-40 Tablet

Telkiz-40 Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and to reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke in adults. Hypertension is a medical condition in which the blood pressure is elevated persistently in the arteries without any known cause.

Telkiz-40 Tablet contains Telmisartan, which works by blocking the action of a hormone called angiotensin II in the body. This hormone causes blood vessels to narrow, leading to high blood pressure. By blocking this action, Telkiz-40 Tablet widens and relaxes blood vessels, lowering high blood pressure.

In some cases, Telkiz-40 Tablet may cause side effects like diarrhoea, sinus infection, and back pain. Most of the side effects do not require medical attention and usually resolve on their own over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.

Do not take Telkiz-40 Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components. Telkiz-40 Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy, breastfeeding, and in children. This medicine may cause dizziness and lightheadedness; hence, drive only if you are alert. Keep the doctor informed about your medications and medical conditions to prevent any interactions.

Uses of Telkiz-40 Tablet

Telkiz-40 Tablet is used in the treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension). The detailed uses of Telkiz-40 Tablet are as follows:<br/> • Hypertension Management: It helps reduce and maintain ideal blood pressure levels and is primarily used to treat high blood pressure.<br/>• Treatment for Heart Failure: Patients with heart failure may be prescribed Telkiz-40 Tablet to enhance heart function and lessen symptoms.<br/>• Post-Heart Attack Therapy: This medication may be recommended following a heart attack in order to promote healing and avert further cardiovascular incidents.<br/>• Stroke Prevention: Patients with a history of hypertension or cardiovascular problems may benefit from the medication's ability to lower their risk of stroke.<br/>

Directions for Use

  • Telkiz-40 Tablet can be taken with or without food, as advised by the doctor.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions regarding the dosage and timing of the medication for better effectiveness.
  • Swallow Telkiz-40 Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Telkiz-40 Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs), commonly used to manage high blood pressure (hypertension). It relaxes the blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more easily and reducing the workload on the heart.
  • By lowering blood pressure, Telkiz-40 Tablet helps reduce the risk of serious cardiovascular complications such as heart attack and stroke.
  • Additionally, Telkiz-40 Tablet is prescribed to lower the risk of cardiovascular (CV) events, including heart attack, stroke, or cardiovascular death, in individuals aged 55 and above who have risk factors like diabetes, high cholesterol, or a history of smoking.
  • It is also a preferred option for patients who are unable to tolerate ACE inhibitors, offering similar heart-protective benefits.

How Telkiz-40 Tablet Works

Telkiz-40 Tablet works by blocking the action of a hormone called angiotensin II in the body. This hormone causes blood vessels to narrow, leading to high blood pressure. By blocking this action, Telkiz-40 Tablet widens and relaxes blood vessels, lowering high blood pressure.

Storage

Keep out of the sight and reach of children.

What if I have taken an overdose of Telkiz-40 Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Telkiz-40 Tablet as it may cause an overdose. Symptoms of overdose include low blood pressure, dizziness, fainting, and a fast or slow heartbeat. If you experience any of these symptoms or suspect you have taken an overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not take Telkiz-40 Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components.
  • Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, liver, kidney or heart problems.
  • Avoid taking Telkiz-40 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Your doctor will prescribe a safer medicine to use during pregnancy.
  • Avoid potassium supplements with Telkiz-40 Tablet , as they may lead to high blood potassium levels. Your doctor may recommend that you check your potassium level regularly.
  • Telkiz-40 Tablet may cause sleepiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting; use caution when engaging in activities such as driving a car or operating appliances or machinery. Do not consume alcohol with Telkiz-40 Tablet as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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TelmisartanPotassium iodide
Severe

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How does the drug interact with Telkiz-40 Tablet:
Co-administration of Aliskiren with Telkiz-40 Tablet can increase the risk of hyperkalemia (high potassium levels in the blood).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Telkiz-40 Tablet with Aliskiren can possibly lead to an interaction, please consult a doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
TelmisartanPotassium iodide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Telkiz-40 Tablet:
Taking Potassium Iodide with Telkiz-40 Tablet can make high levels of potassium in the blood more likely.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Potassium iodide and Telkiz-40 Tablet together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Telkiz-40 Tablet:
Taking trimethoprim with Telkiz-40 Tablet may increase potassium levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Telkiz-40 Tablet and trimethoprim, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, and a weak pulse. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Telkiz-40 Tablet:
Taking ramipril with Telkiz-40 Tablet may increase the risk of side effects such as low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and high blood potassium.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Telkiz-40 Tablet can be taken with ramipril if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms of high potassium such as nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Maintain adequate fluid intake during treatment with these medications. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Telkiz-40 Tablet:
Taking Telkiz-40 Tablet with benazepril may increase the risk of side effects such as low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and high blood potassium.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Telkiz-40 Tablet can be taken with benazepril if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms of high potassium such as nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Maintain adequate fluid intake during treatment with these medications. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Telkiz-40 Tablet:
Co-administration of Telkiz-40 Tablet may significantly increase the blood levels of lithium.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Telkiz-40 Tablet can be taken with lithium if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms of lithium intoxication such as drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, loose stools, vomiting, muscle weakness, muscle incoordination, shaking of hands and legs, blurred vision, ringing in the ear, excessive thirst, or increased urination. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Telkiz-40 Tablet:
Taking spironolactone with Telkiz-40 Tablet may increase potassium levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Telkiz-40 Tablet can be taken with spironolactone if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms of high potassium such as nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Maintain adequate fluid intake during treatment with these medications. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
TelmisartanPotassium acetate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Telkiz-40 Tablet:
Co-administration of Potassium acetate can make Telkiz-40 Tablet more likely to cause high levels of potassium in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Potassium acetate and Telkiz-40 Tablet together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Telkiz-40 Tablet:
Coadministration of enalapril with Telkiz-40 Tablet may increase the risk of hyperkalemia (high potassium levels in the blood), hypotension, syncope (fainting), and renal failure due to additive or synergistic effects. If you are elderly, dehydrated, or have a history of renal or heart illness, your risk is enhanced.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Enalapril together with Telkiz-40 Tablet may possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, contact your doctor immediately if you experience signs and symptoms of hyperkalemia, such as nausea, vomiting, confusion, numbness, tingling in hands and feet, and irregular heartbeat. It is advised to limit the intake of potassium-rich foods like tomatoes, bananas, papayas, mangoes, beans, and potassium-containing supplements. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Telkiz-40 Tablet:
Taking quinapril with Telkiz-40 Tablet may increase the risk of side effects such as low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and high blood potassium.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Telkiz-40 Tablet can be taken with quinapril if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms of high potassium, such as nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Maintain adequate fluid intake during treatment with these medications. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain a low-sodium diet and avoid processed foods, which often contain high amounts of sodium. Try replacing salt with spices or herbs to add flavour to your food.
  • Regular exercise, such as cycling, walking, jogging, dancing, or swimming, should be done for a minimum of 30 minutes a day.
  • Chronic stress can also lead to high blood pressure. Therefore, avoid stress by adjusting your expectations, learning to react differently in certain situations, and making time for activities you enjoy.
  • Maintain a diet that is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy products.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol intake.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES
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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with Telkiz-40 Tablet as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure and cause adverse effects such as dizziness, fainting, light-headedness or headache.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Telmisartan is a Category D pregnancy drug and is considered unsafe for pregnant women, especially in the second and third trimesters, as it may cause death of the unborn baby.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Avoid breastfeeding while taking Telkiz-40 Tablet as it may be unsafe for the baby.

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Driving

Caution

Telkiz-40 Tablet may cause dizziness, lightheadedness or tiredness in some people. So, use caution before driving or operating machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Take Telkiz-40 Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust the dose as required. Telkiz-40 Tablet is not recommended for patients with severe liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Telkiz-40 Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust the dose as required.

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Children

Unsafe

It is not recommended for children below 12 years as the safety and effectiveness in children are not established.

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FAQs

Telkiz-40 Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and to reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke in adults.

No, you are not recommended to take Telkiz-40 Tablet with antidepressants or barbiturates as it may cause dizziness. However, please consult your doctor before taking Telkiz-40 Tablet with any other medicines.

Telkiz-40 Tablet contains Telmisartan, which works by blocking the action of a hormone called angiotensin II in the body. This hormone causes blood vessels to narrow, leading to high blood pressure. By blocking this action, Telkiz-40 Tablet widens and relaxes blood vessels, lowering high blood pressure.

Telkiz-40 Tablet may increase potassium levels in the blood (hyperkalemia). Therefore, it is recommended to avoid potassium supplements and foods that are rich in potassium, such as coconut water, bananas, and broccoli.

No, Telkiz-40 Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, as it may harm the developing baby. Therefore, if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, please inform your doctor before taking Telkiz-40 Tablet .

You are not recommended to take more than the prescribed dose of Telkiz-40 Tablet as it may cause an overdose resulting in symptoms such as dizziness, low blood pressure, and a fast or slow heartbeat. However, if you experience any of these symptoms while taking Telkiz-40 Tablet , please consult a doctor immediately.

No, you are not recommended to take ibuprofen with Telkiz-40 Tablet as co-administration of these two medicines may reduce the effect of Telkiz-40 Tablet and increase the risk of impaired kidney function. However, if you experience loss of appetite, sudden weight loss or weight gain, weakness, muscle cramps, vomiting, nausea, decreased or increased urination, irregular heart rhythm and fluid retention, please consult a doctor immediately. If you are supposed to use these medicines together, you should contact your doctor to adjust the dose to be used safely.

Telkiz-40 Tablet should be taken as advised by the doctor. It is better to take it at the same time daily as it will help you remember to take the medicine.

Your blood pressure may be decreased during the first 2 weeks of treatment. However, it might take 4 weeks for you to notice the full benefit of Telkiz-40 Tablet .

Telkiz-40 Tablet should not be discontinued without a doctor's consultation as stopping Telkiz-40 Tablet may cause blood pressure to return to pre-treatment levels within a few days. Therefore, continue taking Telkiz-40 Tablet even if you feel well. Consult the doctor if you have any concerns.

Before starting Telkiz-40 Tablet inform the doctor if you have kidney problems as it might worsen the condition. You may need a lower dose in such cases. Consult the doctor if you notice unexplained weight gain or swelling in the hands, feet or ankles.

Do not worry as Telkiz-40 Tablet may not cause weight gain. However, consult the doctor if you notice unexplained weight gain as it could be a sign of kidney problems.

Telkiz-40 Tablet might lower blood glucose levels. Therefore, inform the doctor if you have diabetes. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is advised.

Yes, Telkiz-40 Tablet may cause hyperkalemia (high potassium level in blood). The doctor may monitor your potassium levels as needed.

No, Telkiz-40 Tablet does not work by causing excessive urination. It works by relaxing the blood vessels and improving blood flow.

Telkiz-40 Tablet can be taken with or without food.

Side effects of Telkiz-40 Tablet are diarrhoea, sinus infection, back pain, or low blood pressure. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.

Telkiz-40 Tablet may interact with other medications, particularly NSAIDs (painkillers). Therefore, consult the doctor before taking other medications while on treatment with Telkiz-40 Tablet .

Seek immediate medical attention if you overdose on Telkiz-40 Tablet . Overdose may cause low blood pressure, dizziness and slow/fast heartbeat.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

4435 K.G.B. Ka Rasta,Johari Bazar,Jaipur, Johari Bazar, Jaipur - 302021, Rajasthan, India
Other Info - TEL1758

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