Sartel
Telmisartan tablets for high blood pressure and cardiovascular risk. It blocks a hormone that narrows blood vessels.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40mg | 30 tablets | $76.00 | $2.53 |
| 40mg | 60 tablets | $121.00 | $2.02 |
| 40mg | 90 tablets | $137.00 | $1.52 |
| 40mg | 120 tablets | $158.00 | $1.32 |
| 40mg | 180 tablets | $200.00 | $1.11 |
| 40mg | 270 tablets | $273.00 | $1.01 |
| 40mg | 360 tablets | $290.00 | $0.81 |
- 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
- 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
Telmisartan tablets for high blood pressure and cardiovascular risk. It blocks a hormone that narrows blood vessels.
Mechanism of action
Selectively blocks the angiotensin II AT1 receptor, preventing arterial contraction and subsequent sodium retention.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: High risk of fetal toxicity. Do not use during pregnancy. Breastfeeding: Avoid.