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Efotel
Efotel Products are primarily used for
Airplane ear, Baby colic, High-fever disease
About Efotel Products
Uses of Efotel Products
Telmisartan is used in the treatment of airplane ear, baby colic and High Fever.
Efotel Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Efotel are Diarrhea, Intermittent claudication, Fever, Skin ulcer, Sinus inflammation, Upper respiratory tract infection, Increased potassium level in blood.
How Efotel Products work
Telmisartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It relaxes blood vessels by blocking te action of a chemical that usually makes blood vessels tighter. This lowers the blood pressure, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly to different organs and the heart to pump more efficiently..
Patient Concerns about Efotel Products
Frequently asked questions about Efotel Products
Frequently asked questions about Telmisartan
Q. Should Efotel 80mg Tablet be taken in the morning or at night?
Efotel 80mg Tablet is generally recommended to be taken once daily, either in the morning or in the evening. Consider taking it at the same time each day as it will help you to remember taking it.
Q. How long does it take for Efotel 80mg Tablet to work?
You may see an improvement within a few days. But, the maximum benefit can be seen within 4-8 weeks of starting treatment.
Q. My blood pressure is now controlled. Can I stop taking Efotel 80mg Tablet now?
No, do not stop taking Efotel 80mg Tablet without consulting your doctor even if your blood pressure is controlled. Stopping it suddenly may increase your blood pressure which could be detrimental for you. Efotel 80mg Tablet does not cure high blood pressure but controls it. So, you may have to take the medicine lifelong. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.
Q. If I have some kidney problem, can I take Efotel 80mg Tablet? Can it further deteriorate my kidney function?
You can take Efotel 80mg Tablet if it has been advised by your doctor. Your doctor may ask you to get regular tests done (potassium and creatinine levels) in order to monitor your kidney function. Efotel 80mg Tablet may cause worsening of kidney function, therefore you should contact your doctor in case you notice swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands or unexplained weight gain.
Q. I am overweight and the doctor has prescribed me Efotel 80mg Tablet for blood pressure control. I am bothered that Efotel 80mg Tablet can increase my weight. Is it true?
No, do not worry since Efotel 80mg Tablet is not known to cause weight gain. In fact in animal studies Efotel 80mg Tablet has been found to decrease fat tissue.
Q. Does Efotel 80mg Tablet affect blood glucose levels in diabetics?
Efotel 80mg Tablet may lower blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes. Therefore, it is essential to keep a regular track of your blood glucose levels. Talk to your doctor if you are a diabetic because the dose of insulin or antidiabetic medicines may need adjustment.
Q. Can the use of Efotel 80mg Tablet cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood)?
Yes, Efotel 80mg Tablet can cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood). A regular monitoring of blood potassium levels may be advised by your doctor while taking this medicine.
Q. Does Efotel 80mg Tablet work by causing excessive urination?
No, Efotel 80mg Tablet does not cause excessive urination and does not belong to the diuretic class of medicines. Efotel 80mg Tablet works by relaxing the blood vessels by blocking the effect of a substance known as angiotensin II. This substance is responsible for increasing the blood pressure by narrowing down the blood vessels.
Q. Do I need to follow any precautions if I take ibuprofen and Efotel 80mg Tablet together?
If you are taking ibuprofen and Efotel 80mg Tablet together, you should continuously keep a check on your blood pressure and kidney function. Efotel 80mg Tablet may enhance the side effects of ibuprofen which may further cause water retention, especially in patients taking Efotel 80mg Tablet for heart failure. Ibuprofen may interfere with the working of Efotel 80mg Tablet and decrease its efficiency at lowering blood pressure.
Q. My blood pressure is now controlled. Can I stop taking Efotel 80mg Tablet now?
No, do not stop taking Efotel 80mg Tablet without consulting your doctor even if your blood pressure is controlled. Stopping it suddenly may increase your blood pressure which could be detrimental for you. Efotel 80mg Tablet does not cure high blood pressure but controls it. So, you may have to take the medicine lifelong. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.
Q. Can the use of Efotel 80mg Tablet cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood)?
Yes, Efotel 80mg Tablet can cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood). A regular monitoring of blood potassium levels may be advised by your doctor while taking this medicine.
Q. How long does it take for Efotel 80mg Tablet to work?
You may see an improvement within a few days. But, the maximum benefit can be seen within 4-8 weeks of starting treatment.
Q. Should Efotel 80mg Tablet be taken in the morning or at night?
Efotel 80mg Tablet is generally recommended to be taken once daily, either in the morning or in the evening. Consider taking it at the same time each day as it will help you to remember taking it.
Q. If I have some kidney problem, can I take Efotel 80mg Tablet? Can it further deteriorate my kidney function?
You can take Efotel 80mg Tablet if it has been advised by your doctor. Your doctor may ask you to get regular tests done (potassium and creatinine levels) in order to monitor your kidney function. Efotel 80mg Tablet may cause worsening of kidney function, therefore you should contact your doctor in case you notice swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands or unexplained weight gain.
Q. I am overweight and the doctor has prescribed me Efotel 80mg Tablet for blood pressure control. I am bothered that Efotel 80mg Tablet can increase my weight. Is it true?
No, do not worry since Efotel 80mg Tablet is not known to cause weight gain. In fact in animal studies Efotel 80mg Tablet has been found to decrease fat tissue.
Q. Does Efotel 80mg Tablet affect blood glucose levels in diabetics?
Efotel 80mg Tablet may lower blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes. Therefore, it is essential to keep a regular track of your blood glucose levels. Talk to your doctor if you are a diabetic because the dose of insulin or antidiabetic medicines may need adjustment.
Q. Do I need to follow any precautions if I take ibuprofen and Efotel 80mg Tablet together?
If you are taking ibuprofen and Efotel 80mg Tablet together, you should continuously keep a check on your blood pressure and kidney function. Efotel 80mg Tablet may enhance the side effects of ibuprofen which may further cause water retention, especially in patients taking Efotel 80mg Tablet for heart failure. Ibuprofen may interfere with the working of Efotel 80mg Tablet and decrease its efficiency at lowering blood pressure.
Q. Does Efotel 80mg Tablet cause cough?
Use of Efotel 80mg Tablet can cause cough but this is a very uncommon side effect. Please consult your doctor in case you experience a cough while taking Efotel 80mg Tablet.
Q. Is Efotel 80mg Tablet an ACE inhibitor?
No, Efotel 80mg Tablet is not an ACE inhibitor. It is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB).
Q. My blood pressure is now controlled. Can I stop taking Efotel 80mg Tablet now?
No, do not stop taking Efotel 80mg Tablet without consulting your doctor even if your blood pressure is controlled. Stopping it suddenly may increase your blood pressure which could be detrimental for you. Efotel 80mg Tablet does not cure high blood pressure but controls it. So, you may have to take the medicine lifelong. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.
Q. Can the use of Efotel 80mg Tablet cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood)?
Yes, Efotel 80mg Tablet can cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood). A regular monitoring of blood potassium levels may be advised by your doctor while taking this medicine.
Q. How long does it take for Efotel 80mg Tablet to work?
You may see an improvement within a few days. But, the maximum benefit can be seen within 4-8 weeks of starting treatment.
Q. Should Efotel 80mg Tablet be taken in the morning or at night?
Efotel 80mg Tablet is generally recommended to be taken once daily, either in the morning or in the evening. Consider taking it at the same time each day as it will help you to remember taking it.
Q. If I have some kidney problem, can I take Efotel 80mg Tablet? Can it further deteriorate my kidney function?
You can take Efotel 80mg Tablet if it has been advised by your doctor. Your doctor may ask you to get regular tests done (potassium and creatinine levels) in order to monitor your kidney function. Efotel 80mg Tablet may cause worsening of kidney function, therefore you should contact your doctor in case you notice swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands or unexplained weight gain.
Q. I am overweight and the doctor has prescribed me Efotel 80mg Tablet for blood pressure control. I am bothered that Efotel 80mg Tablet can increase my weight. Is it true?
No, do not worry since Efotel 80mg Tablet is not known to cause weight gain. In fact in animal studies Efotel 80mg Tablet has been found to decrease fat tissue.
Q. Does Efotel 80mg Tablet affect blood glucose levels in diabetics?
Efotel 80mg Tablet may lower blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes. Therefore, it is essential to keep a regular track of your blood glucose levels. Talk to your doctor if you are a diabetic because the dose of insulin or antidiabetic medicines may need adjustment.
Q. Do I need to follow any precautions if I take ibuprofen and Efotel 80mg Tablet together?
If you are taking ibuprofen and Efotel 80mg Tablet together, you should continuously keep a check on your blood pressure and kidney function. Efotel 80mg Tablet may enhance the side effects of ibuprofen which may further cause water retention, especially in patients taking Efotel 80mg Tablet for heart failure. Ibuprofen may interfere with the working of Efotel 80mg Tablet and decrease its efficiency at lowering blood pressure.
Q. Does Efotel 80mg Tablet cause cough?
Use of Efotel 80mg Tablet can cause cough but this is a very uncommon side effect. Please consult your doctor in case you experience a cough while taking Efotel 80mg Tablet.
Q. Is Efotel 80mg Tablet an ACE inhibitor?
No, Efotel 80mg Tablet is not an ACE inhibitor. It is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB).
Q. My blood pressure is now controlled. Can I stop taking Efotel 80mg Tablet now?
No, do not stop taking Efotel 80mg Tablet without consulting your doctor even if your blood pressure is controlled. Stopping it suddenly may increase your blood pressure which could be detrimental for you. Efotel 80mg Tablet does not cure high blood pressure but controls it. So, you may have to take the medicine lifelong. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.
Q. Can the use of Efotel 80mg Tablet cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood)?
Yes, Efotel 80mg Tablet can cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood). A regular monitoring of blood potassium levels may be advised by your doctor while taking this medicine.
Q. How long does it take for Efotel 80mg Tablet to work?
You may see an improvement within a few days. But, the maximum benefit can be seen within 4-8 weeks of starting treatment.
Q. Should Efotel 80mg Tablet be taken in the morning or at night?
Efotel 80mg Tablet is generally recommended to be taken once daily, either in the morning or in the evening. Consider taking it at the same time each day as it will help you to remember taking it.
Q. If I have some kidney problem, can I take Efotel 80mg Tablet? Can it further deteriorate my kidney function?
You can take Efotel 80mg Tablet if it has been advised by your doctor. Your doctor may ask you to get regular tests done (potassium and creatinine levels) in order to monitor your kidney function. Efotel 80mg Tablet may cause worsening of kidney function, therefore you should contact your doctor in case you notice swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands or unexplained weight gain.
Q. I am overweight and the doctor has prescribed me Efotel 80mg Tablet for blood pressure control. I am bothered that Efotel 80mg Tablet can increase my weight. Is it true?
No, do not worry since Efotel 80mg Tablet is not known to cause weight gain. In fact in animal studies Efotel 80mg Tablet has been found to decrease fat tissue.
Q. Does Efotel 80mg Tablet affect blood glucose levels in diabetics?
Efotel 80mg Tablet may lower blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes. Therefore, it is essential to keep a regular track of your blood glucose levels. Talk to your doctor if you are a diabetic because the dose of insulin or antidiabetic medicines may need adjustment.
Q. Do I need to follow any precautions if I take ibuprofen and Efotel 80mg Tablet together?
If you are taking ibuprofen and Efotel 80mg Tablet together, you should continuously keep a check on your blood pressure and kidney function. Efotel 80mg Tablet may enhance the side effects of ibuprofen which may further cause water retention, especially in patients taking Efotel 80mg Tablet for heart failure. Ibuprofen may interfere with the working of Efotel 80mg Tablet and decrease its efficiency at lowering blood pressure.
Q. Does Efotel 80mg Tablet cause cough?
Use of Efotel 80mg Tablet can cause cough but this is a very uncommon side effect. Please consult your doctor in case you experience a cough while taking Efotel 80mg Tablet.
Q. Is Efotel 80mg Tablet an ACE inhibitor?
No, Efotel 80mg Tablet is not an ACE inhibitor. It is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB).
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