Adcom 40mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Intel Pharmaceuticals
Salt Composition
Telmisartan (40mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Adcom 40mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Adcom 40mg Tablet is a medicine 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.
Directions for Use
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. Adcom 40mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Adcom 40mg Tablet.
Breastfeeding Warning
Information regarding the use of Adcom 40mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy Warning
Adcom 40mg 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.
Interacting Medicines
Amiloride Bemiparin Dalteparin Heparin
How it works
Adcom 40mg Tablet is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It relaxes blood vessels by blocking the 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.
Quick Tips
Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
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Frequently asked questions
Should Adcom 40mg Tablet be taken in the morning or at night?
Adcom 40mg 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 to help you remember.
How long does it take for Adcom 40mg Tablet to work?
You may see an improvement within a few days. However, the maximum benefit can be seen within 4-8 weeks of starting treatment.
My blood pressure is now controlled. Can I stop taking Adcom 40mg Tablet now?
No, do not stop taking Adcom 40mg 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. Adcom 40mg Tablet does not cure high blood pressure but controls it. You might need to continue taking the medication throughout life. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.
If I have some kidney problems, can I take Adcom 40mg Tablet? Can it further deteriorate my kidney function?
You can take Adcom 40mg Tablet only if prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor may ask for regular tests (potassium and creatinine levels) to monitor your kidney function. Adcom 40mg Tablet might worsen kidney function; therefore, contact your doctor immediately if you notice swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands, or unexplained weight gain.
I am overweight and the doctor has prescribed me Adcom 40mg Tablet for blood pressure control. I am bothered that Adcom 40mg Tablet can increase my weight. Is it true?
No, do not worry; Adcom 40mg Tablet is not known to cause weight gain. In fact, animal studies have shown that it may decrease fat tissue.
Does Adcom 40mg Tablet affect blood glucose levels in diabetics?
Adcom 40mg Tablet may lower blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes. Therefore, keep a regular track of your blood glucose levels and consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Do I need to follow any precautions if I take ibuprofen and Adcom 40mg Tablet together?
If you're taking ibuprofen and Adcom 40mg Tablet together, monitor your blood pressure regularly. Adcom 40mg may enhance the side effects of ibuprofen which can lead to water retention; especially in individuals with heart failure who take Adcom 40mg for hypertension.
Does Adcom 40mg Tablet work by causing excessive urination?
No, Adcom 40mg Tablet does not cause excessive urination. It does not belong to the diuretic class of medications. Adcom 40mg Tablet works by relaxing blood vessels by blocking angiotensin II, which increases blood pressure.
