Wavtel 40 Tablet
Manufacturer
Mexican Wave Pharma
Salt Composition
Telmisartan (40mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Wavtel 40 Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Wavtel 40 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. Wavtel 40 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Wavtel 40 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 Wavtel 40 Tablet be taken in the morning or at night?
Wavtel 40 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 this will help you to remember taking it.
How long does it take for Wavtel 40 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.
Can I stop taking Wavtel 40 Tablet once my blood pressure is under control? If so, what are the precautions?
No, do not stop taking Wavtel 40 Tablet without consulting your doctor. Stopping it suddenly may increase your blood pressure, which could be detrimental to you as it does not cure high blood pressure but helps manage it. You will likely need to continue this medication for life.
If I have kidney problems, can I still take Wavtel 40 Tablet? Can it further deteriorate my kidney function?
You can take Wavtel 40 Tablet only if your doctor has prescribed it. Your doctor may advise regular tests (potassium and creatinine levels) to monitor your kidney function while taking this medicine. Wavtel 40 Tablet may worsen existing kidney function problems, so reach out to your doctor immediately if you experience swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands or unexplained weight gain.
I'm overweight and my doctor prescribed me Wavtel 40 Tablet for blood pressure control. Is there any concern about weight gain?
No, do not worry; Wavtel 40 Tablet is not known to cause weight gain.
Does Wavtel 40 Tablet affect blood glucose levels in diabetics?
Wavtel 40 Tablet may lower blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes. Therefore, it's essential to monitor your blood glucose levels and adjust your insulin dosage or antidiabetic medication as needed if advised by your doctor.
Do I need any special precautions when taking ibuprofen along with Wavtel 40 Tablet?
If you are taking ibuprofen and Wavtel 40 Tablet together, it is crucial to monitor your blood pressure. Wavtel 40 Tablet may enhance the side effects of ibuprofen which could further cause water retention, particularly in those taking it for heart failure.
