Cortel - A Tablet

Cortel – A Tablet

Cortel – A Tablet comes under the category of "Tablet" and lets see the uses, how it works, side effects and more of this medicine.

Type : Tablet

Uses Of Cortel – A Tablet

Angiotensin II Antagonists, Calcium Antagonists, Anti-Anginal Drugs

How it works

  • It is a calcium channel blocker
  • It controls chest pain by increasing blood supply to the heart muscle, but it does not stop chest pain once it starts
  • It reduces elevated blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels
  • Telmisartan lowers blood pressure by lowering a strong chemical in the body

When to Use

  • High blood pressure
  • Chest pain or pressure (angina)

Side Effects

  • Feeling dizzy
  • High potassium level
  • Feeling weak
  • Lightheaded
  • Feel like passing out
  • Have numbness or tingling
  • Kidney function that gets worse
  • Hard stools (constipation)
  • Swelling in the arms or legs
  • Headache
  • Belly pain
  • Cough

Composition

  • Amlodipine - 5 MG
  • Telmisartan - 40 MG

Safety Precautions

Alcohol Not Allowed

No, do not take Cortel – A Tablet along with alcohol. If you have alcohol while taking this medication, you may face lot of serious problems.

Pregnancy Not Allowed

No, do not take Cortel – A Tablet if you are pregnant. You should consult with your doctor before coming to some conclusion. It is always good to seek doctors advice before having a medication.

Breast Feeding Not Allowed

It is not preferable(Not Safe) to take this drug (Cortel – A Tablet) when Breast Feeding. You should always consult your doctor before taking any medication while breast feeding.

Driving Not Safe

It is not-safe to take this Cortel – A Tablet drug if you are intent to drive a vehicle.

Kidney Not Safe

It is found to be not-safe using this Cortel – A Tablet for patients with kidney problems.

Liver Not Safe

It is found to be not-safe using this Cortel – A Tablet for patients with liver problems.

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