All Details About HYTEN-T
Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about HYTEN-T
Description:
HYTEN T 40MG TABLET contains Telmisartan which belongs to the group of medicines called Angiotensin II receptor antagonists. It is used to treat essential hypertension in adults. High blood pressure that is not caused by any other condition is called as essential hypertension.
It is also used to reduce the risk of cardiovascular events such as heart attack or stroke in adults who are known to have a reduced or blocked blood supply to the heart or legs and had a stroke or with a high risk of diabetes.
Uses:
- Treats essential hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Reduces the risk of cardiovascular events (such as stroke and heart attack)
Directions For Use:
Take HYTEN T 40MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow this medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of HYTEN T 40MG TABLET for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects:
- Dizziness on standing up (orthostatic hypotension)
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
- Abdominal pain, abdominal discomfort, bloating
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Increased sweating
- Drug rash, itching
- Muscle cramps, muscle or back pain
Warning & Precautions:
PREGNANCY
HYTEN T 40MG TABLET is not recommended in early pregnancy and must not be taken when more than 3 months pregnant, as it may cause serious harm to the baby if used after 3 months of pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking HYTEN T 40MG TABLET.
BREASTFEEDING
HYTEN T 40MG TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Your doctor may choose another treatment especially if you want to breast-feed when your baby is new-born or born prematurely. Consult your doctor for advice before taking HYTEN T 40MG TABLET.
DRIVING AND USING MACHINES
Do not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizzy or tired after taking HYTEN T 40MG TABLET. Consult your doctor before taking HYTEN T 40MG TABLET.
ALCOHOL
Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure.
KIDNEY
HYTEN T 40MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with kidney disease, kidney artery stenosis (narrowing of blood vessels to one or both the kidneys) and with a history of kidney transplant. Consult your doctor before taking HYTEN T 40MG TABLET.
LIVER
HYTEN T 40MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver problems such as cholestasis or biliary obstruction (flow of bile from liver stops or slows). HYTEN T 40MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Consult your doctor before taking HYTEN T 40MG TABLET.
ALLERGY
HYTEN T 40MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you are allergic to Telmisartan or any other ingredients of this medicine.
HEART DISEASE
HYTEN T 40MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients having heart trouble or low blood pressure (due to dehydration problems, low-salt intake, diarrhoea or vomiting). Before taking HYTEN T 40MG TABLET consult with your doctor.
FAQs:
Q.Can HYTEN T 40MG TABLET be used to treat high blood pressure?
HYTEN T 40MG TABLET can be considered as a drug of choice for high blood pressure. It contains telmisartan which helps to relax the blood vessels and then normalize the blood pressure. Although, HYTEN T 40MG TABLET can treat high blood pressure, you doctor might treat you with other drugs depending upon your condition.
Q.Can HYTEN T 40MG TABLET cause slow heart rate?
Yes, HYTEN T 40MG TABLET can make your heart to beat slow. If you experience any abnormally slow heart rate with shortness of breath, feeling of fainting and spinning sensation (vertigo) consult your doctor immediately.
Q.What precautions do I need to follow while taking HYTEN T 40MG TABLET?
Patients taking HYTEN T 40MG TABLET must inform their doctor about their pre-existing disease conditions like kidney, heart or liver problems. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience any unusual symptoms after taking HYTEN T 40MG TABLET.
Q.What happens if I stop taking HYTEN T 40MG TABLET?
Do not stop taking HYTEN T 40MG TABLET without talking to your doctor first. Stopping this medicine suddenly can cause your blood pressure to spike and may increase the risk for heart attack or stroke.
Q.Is HYTEN T 40MG TABLET safe to use in patients with kidney problems?
HYTEN T 40MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with kidney disease, kidney artery stenosis (narrowing of blood vessels to one or both the kidneys) and with a history of kidney transplant. Your doctor may assess your kidney functioning during treatment with this medicine to prevent the risk of kidney damage or any unusual effects. Consult your doctor before taking HYTEN T 40MG TABLET.
Q.How long should HYTEN T 40MG TABLET be taken?
HYTEN T 40MG TABLET does not cure high blood pressure but controls it. Your blood pressure may decrease during the first 2 weeks of treatment, but it may take 4 weeks for you to notice the full benefit of this medicine. Consult your doctor for the exact duration of recommendation for you.
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