Indication
Used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Lowering blood pressure helps to prevent future heart attacks and strokes. This medicine is also effective in preserving kidney function in patients with diabetes.
Dosage
Initially, 40 mg once daily, may be adjusted to 20-80 mg once daily according to clinical response. Max: 80 mg once daily.
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Contraindications
Biliary obstructive disorders. Concomitant use with aliskiren in patient with diabetes mellitus or renal impairment (GFR<60 mL/min/1.73 m2). Severe hepatic impairment. Pregnancy.
Special Precautions
Patient with aortic or mitral stenosis, obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, ischaemic cardiopathy, unstented unilateral or bilateral renal artery stenosis; ascites due to cirrhosis, refractory ascites, Patients undergoing major surgery or during anaesthesia. Black race. Mild to moderate hepatic and renal impairment. Lactation.
Storage
Store at 25°C. Protect from light and moisture.
MedsGo Class
Angiotensin II Antagonists
Features
Brand
Glosartan 40
Full Details
Dosage Strength
40 mg
Drug Ingredients
- Telmisartan
Drug Packaging
Tablet 1's
Generic Name
Telmisartan
Dosage Form
Tablet
Registration Number
DRP-10475
Drug Classification
Prescription Drug (RX)