Arbitel-AV Tablet

Short Description

Arbitel-AV Tablet is a combination of two medicines used to treat high blood pressure with high cholesterol levels.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Arbitel-AV Tablet can be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course even when you feel better. You can help this medicine work better by making a few changes to your lifestyle such as keeping active, stopping smoking, and eating a low salt and low-fat diet.

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. Arbitel-AV Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

Nausea stomach pain constipation headache and muscle pain are some common side effects of this medicine. It may also cause sleepiness and dizziness, do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.

Breastfeeding Warning

Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed.

Pregnancy Warning

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.

Arbitel-AV Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Telmisartan and Atorvastatin which treat high blood pressure and cholesterol.

Arbitel-AV Tablet treats high blood pressure that is also associated with high cholesterol levels. Together they lower your risk of heart attack and stroke. Take it in addition to regular exercise and low-fat diet. It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position. 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. Inform your doctor if you experience muscle symptoms (pain or weakness) particularly if you have fever, a sick feeling or dark urine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.