Vantel 80mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Vanesha Healthcare
Salt Composition
Telmisartan (80mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Vantel 80mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Vantel 80mg 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. Vantel 80mg 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 Vantel 80mg Tablet.
Breastfeeding Warning
Information regarding the use of Vantel 80mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy Warning
Vantel 80mg 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
Vantel 80mg 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 Vantel 80mg Tablet be taken in the morning or at night?
Vantel 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.
How long does it take for Vantel 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.
My blood pressure is now controlled. Can I stop taking Vantel 80mg Tablet now?
No, do not stop taking Vantel 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. Vantel 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.
If I have some kidney problem, can I take Vantel 80mg Tablet? Can it further deteriorate my kidney function?
You can take Vantel 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. Vantel 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.
I am overweight and the doctor has prescribed me Vantel 80mg Tablet for blood pressure control. I am bothered that Vantel 80mg Tablet can increase my weight. Is it true?
No, do not worry since Vantel 80mg Tablet is not known to cause weight gain. In fact in animal studies Vantel 80mg Tablet has been found to decrease fat tissue.
Does Vantel 80mg Tablet affect blood glucose levels in diabetics?
Vantel 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.
Can the use of Vantel 80mg Tablet cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood)?
Yes, Vantel 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 medication.
Do I need to follow any precautions if I take ibuprofen and Vantel 80mg Tablet together?
If you are taking ibuprofen and Vantel 80mg Tablet together, you should continuously keep a check on your blood pressure and kidney function. Vantel 80mg Tablet may enhance the side effects of ibuprofen which may further cause water retention, especially in patients taking Vantel 80mg Tablet for heart failure. Ibuprofen may interfere with the working of Vantel 80mg Tablet and decrease its efficiency at lowering blood pressure.
Does Vantel 80mg Tablet work by causing excessive urination?
No, Vantel 80mg Tablet does not cause excessive urination. It belongs to the class of drugs that relax blood vessels and thus does not have any diuretic effect. Vantel 80mg Tablet works by blocking the action of angiotensin II, a substance which increases blood pressure by narrowing down blood vessels.
