Truetel 40mg Strip Of 15 Tablets
Description
Truetel 40 Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. It helps lower blood pressure, reducing the risk of serious problems such as heart attacks, strokes, and other heart-related complications. It can also help protect kidney function, especially in people with diabetes or those who have both high blood pressure and kidney problems. By keeping your blood pressure under control, Truetel 40 Tablet helps your heart work more efficiently and supports healthy circulation.
You can take Truetel 40 Tablet with or without food, either in the morning or evening, but it is important to take it at the same time every day. This helps maintain a consistent level of the medicine in your body for the best results. Even if you start feeling better or your blood pressure seems normal, continue taking it as prescribed. Stopping the medicine suddenly can cause your blood pressure to rise again, which can increase the risk of complications.
Your doctor will determine the appropriate dose based on your medical condition and your response to the medicine. It’s important to follow your doctor’s advice carefully and not adjust the dose yourself. If you happen to miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it’s almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Don’t double up to make up for it.
Before starting Truetel 40 Tablet, inform your doctor if you have any kidney, liver, or heart problems. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should take this medicine only if advised by the doctor. During treatment, your doctor may ask for regular monitoring of your blood pressure, kidney function, and potassium levels to ensure the medicine is working well and to avoid side effects.
Living a healthy lifestyle can improve the effectiveness of Truetel 40 Tablet. Eating a balanced diet, reducing salt intake, exercising regularly, managing stress, and avoiding smoking or alcohol can all help keep your blood pressure and heart health in better control.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹73.48 |
| You Save | ₹33.02 (31% on MRP) |
| Contains | Telmisartan(40.0 Mg) |
| Uses | High blood pressure, prevention of heart attack & stroke |
| Side effects | Flu-like symptoms, back pain, sinus infection, dizziness |
| Therapy | ANTI-HYPERTENSIVE |
Uses
- For the treatment of high blood pressure
- To reduce the risk of heart related conditions such as heart attack or stroke
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to telmisartan or any other ingredients of this medicine
- If you are in second or third trimesters of pregnancy
- If you have blockage in bile duct (a duct that carries bile from the liver to gallbladder) or liver related disease
- If you have diabetes or severe kidney impairment and you are been treated with aliskiren (medicine used to treat high blood pressure)
Side effects
- Flu-like symptoms
- Back pain
- Sinus infection
- Lung and airway infection
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Dizziness
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
- Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant or if you are planning to have a baby
- This medicine may cause serious harm to your baby
- If you are on this medication and planning pregnancy, inform the same to your doctor, so that your prescription can be changed
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have kidney disease or have had a kidney transplant or liver disease.
- You are known to have narrowing or blockage of the blood vessels of one or both kidneys.
- You develop diarrhea, vomiting, this dehydration can result in low blood pressure, have adequate about of water and fluids.
- You have any heart disorder.
- You are suffering from low blood pressure (hypotension).
- You are suffering from water and salt retention in the body along with imbalance of various blood minerals (raised aldosterone levels).
- You have a high level of potassium in your blood.
- You are suffering from diabetes.
- You are taking medicines like Ramipril, Lisinopril.
Directions for Use
- Truetel Tablet should be swallowed with water as directed by your doctor
- Take this medicine at the same time for effective blood pressure control
Storage and disposal
- Store Truetel Tablet in the original packaging to protect it from sunlight and moisture
- Keep out of sight and reach of children
Quick Tips
- Take Truetel 40 Tablet at the same time every day to keep your blood pressure steady.
- Swallow the tablet with a glass of water, with or without food.
- Do not skip doses or stop taking the medicine without your doctor’s advice.
- Avoid high-salt foods and aim for a balanced, heart-healthy diet.
- Stand up slowly from sitting or lying positions to prevent dizziness.
- Check your blood pressure regularly as advised by your doctor.
- Inform your doctor if you feel unusually tired, dizzy, or notice swelling in your legs or ankles.
- Avoid alcohol, as it can make you feel lightheaded or lower your blood pressure too much.
- Drink enough water, but do not overhydrate unless your doctor advises it.
- Keep taking Truetel 40 Tablet even if you feel fine, as high blood pressure usually has no symptoms.
Dosage
Overdose
- Overdose symptoms can include irregular heartbeat, dizziness, low blood pressure, kidney failure and loss of consciousness
- Seek emergency medical help if you experience any of the side effects
Missed a Dose
- If you missed any dose take it as soon as you remember
- If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule
- Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Medicine used for heart disorders like Digoxin.
- If you have diabetes and taking Aliskiren, do not take this medicine.
- Medicines used to treat depression like Lithium.
- Medicines that may increase blood potassium levels like salt containing potassium, potassium-sparing diuretics.
- ACE inhibitors and Angiotensin II Receptor Antagonists (medicines used to treat high blood pressure).
- Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug products (NSAIDs) used as painkillers.
- Blood thinners like Warfarin, Heparin.
- Immunosuppressives (Cyclosporin or Tacrolimus).
- Medicines used to treat bacterial infections like Trimethoprim.
- Medicines known as Diuretics (water pills) used to treat high blood pressure like Furosemide, Hydrochlorothiazide.
- Medicines known as Corticosteroids are used to treat an inflamed area of body parts.
Interactions with food items
Content Details
Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I take potassium supplements with Truetel Tablet?
Q: Are there any dietary restrictions I should follow as I have high blood pressure?
- Limit salt in the diet, avoid pickles and packaged foods like chips as it contains excess salt.
- Avoid consuming potassium-containing foods like spinach, broccoli or banana.
- Stop smoking and limit alcohol consumption. Discuss with your doctor if you drink too often.
References
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- Telmisartan [Internet]. Ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2025 [cited 30 March 2025]
- AG-Telmisartan Tablet [Internet]. Pdf.hres.ca. 2025 [cited 30 March 2025]
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