Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet
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Introduction To Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet
Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It is a combination of two medicines that helps to control blood pressure when a single medication is not effective. It helps to reduce the chances of any future heart attack and stroke.
You can take Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet at any time of day, with or without food, but it is best to take it at the same time each day. Keep taking it for as long as advised by your doctor. Even if you feel well, do not stop this medicine on your own because high blood pressure often has no symptoms. If you stop taking it, your condition may get worse. Keeping active with regular exercise, reducing your weight and eating a healthy diet will also help control your blood pressure. Follow your doctor's advice while taking this medicine.
Nausea, taste change, stomach pain, and diarrhea are some common side effects of this medicine. Consult your doctor If any of these bother you, or get worse, or do not go away. Usually, it may increases the level of potassium level in the blood. Hence, it is advised to avoid potassium rich food or supplements. If you experience dizziness, rise slowly from sitting position or avoid driving.
Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. You also need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions. You should have your blood pressure checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly.
Uses of Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Benefits of Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet
Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around
your body. This lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a
stroke, a heart attack, or kidney problems in the future. You do not usually
feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long
term to keep you well. You should take it regularly as prescribed for this
medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.
Side effects of Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Tetan R
- Nausea
- Taste change
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Indigestion
- Dizziness
- Weakness
- Cough
- Increased potassium level in blood
- Decreased blood pressure
How to use Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet works
Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Telmisartan and ramipril which lower blood pressure effectively. Telmisartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and ramipril is an angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. They work by widening and relaxing the blood vessels, thereby lowering blood pressure.
Quick tips
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You have been prescribed Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure.
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Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes and heart attacks.
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It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
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It may cause the level of potassium in blood to go up. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.
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It can be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take it during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Tell your doctor if you become pregnant while taking Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet.
Safety Advice
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet if I’m pregnant?
Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
BreastfeedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Can I take Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet if I’m breastfeeding?
Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
AlcoholUNSAFE
Is drinking alcohol while taking Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet safe?
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet.
DrivingUNSAFE
Can I drive after taking Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet?
Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
KidneyCAUTION
Can I take Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet if I have/had kidney diseases?
Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for dose adjustment.
LiverCAUTION
Can I take Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet if I have/had liver diseases?
Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Sartel R 40mg/5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.
References
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Written By:
Dr Advikka Ridhy
MBBS
RMO, Aster MIMS
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