Sartel
Utilised to manage systemic vascular tension to alleviate high blood pressure and support arterial health.
- Category
- Heart & Blood Pressure
- Active ingredient
- Telmisartan
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 40mg
Prescription and consultation requirements for Sartel vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Sartel details
- Conditions
- Hypertension · Cardiovascular Risk Reduction
- Alternative names
- telmisartan
- Therapeutic class
- Angiotensin II Receptor Antagonist
- Pharmacological class
- ARB
- Minor side effects
- dizziness; headache; cough
- Moderate side effects
- hyperkalaemia; hypotension; fatigue
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Manufacturer
- Hetero Healthcare
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Lithium; NSAIDs; Potassium Supplements
- Age restrictions
- Approved for adults.
Contraindications
pregnancy; bilateral renal artery stenosis; concurrent aliskiren use in diabetics
Serious side effects
angioedema, requires immediate medical attention; acute kidney injury, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
utilised to manage systemic vascular tension to alleviate high blood pressure and support arterial health.
Mechanism of action
Selectively blocks the angiotensin II AT1 receptor, preventing arterial contraction and subsequent sodium retention.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
TGA Category D: High risk of fetal toxicity. Do not use during pregnancy. Breastfeeding: Avoid.