Cortel-A Tablet (Telmisartan 40mg / Amlodipine 5mg)

$50.00 – $126.00

Country of Origin	india
Dosage Form	Tablets
Generic Name	Telmisartan
Indication	Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Packaging	15 tablets in a strip
Manufacturer	Corona Remedies Pvt Ltd
Composition	Telmisartan (40mg) + Amlodipine (5mg)

Cortel-A Tablet (Telmisartan 40mg / Amlodipine 5mg)
Pack Size	Price	Price/Unit	Add To Cart
60 Tablet/s	$50.00 (0.83/unit)	$0.83	Cortel-A Tablet (Telmisartan 40mg / Amlodipine 5mg) quantity
120 Tablet/s	$92.00 (0.77/unit)	$0.77	Cortel-A Tablet (Telmisartan 40mg / Amlodipine 5mg) quantity
180 Tablet/s	$126.00 (0.7/unit)	$0.7	Cortel-A Tablet (Telmisartan 40mg / Amlodipine 5mg) quantity

SKU: 9528 Categories: Heart & Blood Pressure, New Products

Description

Cortel A Tablet

Cortel A Tablet is an antihypertensive medicine used for the treatment of high blood pressure. It contains a combination of telmisartan and amlodipine as its active ingredients. Along with the medici

e you need to be particular about your diet like a low salt diet and should include exercise in your daily routine. You should not take any potassium supplements during the treatment because it may increase the blood potassium level. During the treatment, it is necessary to keep a regular check on your blood pressure and the doctor may also ask for few kidney tests also during the treatment. It is not safe during pregnancy, so you need to discuss about pregnancy before starting the treatment.

Uses of Cortel A Tablet

Cortel A Tablet is used for the treatment of high blood pressure.

Contraindications of Cortel A Tablet

If you have a known allergy to this medicine or any of the ingredients of this medicine.
If you have diabetes and already taking a medicine containing aliskiren.

Side effects of Cortel A Tablet

Swelling in hands, feet
Redness of face
Back pain
Weakness
Stomachache, diarrhoea
Headache, dizziness
Fall in blood pressure

Precautions and Warnings of Cortel A Tablet

Pregnancy

Can I take Cortel A Tablet during pregnancy?

Cortel A Tablet should not be used if you are pregnant or if you are planning to have a baby as it may cause serious harm to the foetus. If you are planning for a pregnancy, discuss with your doctor as the doctor may shift you to another medicine.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Cortel A Tablet while breastfeeding?

There is no information available on the safety of the Cortel A Tablet while breastfeeding. Thus, alternative treatment should be preferred. Consult your doctor for more information.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Cortel A Tablet?

After taking this medicine you may feel dizzy or lightheaded especially when you get up from a lying or sitting position. So be cautious while driving or before using any machinery.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Cortel A Tablet?

Although there is no known interaction with alcohol along with this medicine. However, it is advised to avoid alcohol during the treatment as it can cause adverse effects. So, if you consume alcohol too often discuss it with your doctor.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have any liver or kidney disease.
You are planning for a pregnancy.
You may experience a sudden drop in blood pressure. If you feel unwell, then lay down in bed for some time and then get up. In such situations, doctors generally start the treatment with less dose and close medical supervision.

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Also if you are taking any kind of potassium supplements, because Cortel A Tablet can lead to electrolyte imbalance. It may increase the level of potassium levels.
You are already taking other medicines to treat blood pressure (like aliskiren), it may lead to a few side effects including a sudden drop in blood pressure
You are suffering from any kind of heart problem, As it may worsen the heart problem sometimes. The doctor decides the dose accordingly.
You have a history of heart failure, you need to be monitored closely.

Mode of Action of Cortel A Tablet

How Does It Work?

Cortel A Tablet is a combination of two medicines telmisartan and amlodipine. Amlodipine inhibits calcium entry into the cells of the heart and blood vessels and relaxes the arteries so that blood can easily flow.

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Telmisartan works by blocking the formation of a chemical called angiotensin II in the body responsible for the tightening of blood vessels.
This combined action of these two ingredients relaxes the blood vessels and makes the heart more efficient to pump the blood throughout the body. Thereby helps in lowering the blood pressure.

Directions for Use of Cortel A Tablet

Take this medicine exactly as instructed by your doctor.
Do not change your dose unless your doctor tells you to.
Take this medicine with or without food.
Try to take the medicine at the same time daily.

Interactions of Cortel A Tablet

Interactions with other medicines

Cortel A Tablet may interact with other medicines if taken at the same time, discuss with your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbal preparations you are taking. Also, you should inform your doctor if you have a planned surgery or vaccination scheduled.

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If you have diabetes, do not take aliskiren along with this medicine.
Simultaneous use of Cortel A Tablet and heart-related medicines like digoxin should be avoided.
You may experience an excess drop in blood pressure if you are taking any other blood pressure-lowering medicine, antifungal medicines and antibiotics along with the Cortel A Tablet.
Concomitant use of Cortel A Tablet and painkillers, should be avoided as it may impair kidney functions.
Other medicines that should be used with caution are lithium, water pills, immunosuppressants like cyclosporin, etc.

Interactions with food items

You should avoid grapefruit juice as it impacts the effectiveness of this medicine.
It is advised to avoid high potassium-containing foods like spinach, potatoes. Also, try to reduce the amount of salt in food and increase water intake.

Storage and disposal of Cortel A Tablet

Store the medicine at room temperature (between 20° to 25°C).
Store it in original packaging.
Try to protect it from light and moisture.

Dosage of Cortel A Tablet

Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose may include a drop in blood pressure, dizziness, irregular heartbeats, etc. If you suspect an overdose and experience any symptoms or side effects, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

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Missed a Dose

If you have missed taking any dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one.

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Directions for Use

Cortel A 40Tab let 15’s is available in the form of oral tablets. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. You can take Cortel A 40Tab let 15’s with or without food once a time in a day, as prescribed by the doctor. Do not crush, chew, or break it. Your doctor will decide the dosage based on your medical condition.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Cortel A 40Tab let 15’s

Like all medicines, Cortel A 40Tab let 15’s also has some side effects, though it is not mandatory for everyone to experience them. Some common side effects experienced include peripheral oedema (swelling in legs and arms), a common cold, backache, diarrhoea, dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, rashes, and weakness. Most of the side effects of Cortel A 40Tab let 15’s do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent or if you experience any other side-effect continuously while taking Cortel A 40Tab let 15’s, reach out to your doctor.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Monitor your blood pressure levels regularly. If you are known to be allergic to Cortel A 40Tab let 15’s or have any kidney or liver problems or severe dehydration, please inform your doctor beforehand. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. It is advised to complete the prescribed course, even if you feel better. Complete the course strictly as suggested by the doctor, even if you feel better, to avoid disease recurrence. Avoid consumption of alcohol with Cortel A 40Tab let 15’s as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Avoid potassium supplements with Cortel A 40Tab let 15’s as it may lead to high potassium levels in the blood.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Cortel A 40Tab let 15’s may interact with other blood pressure treating medicines (ramipril, aliskiren, simvastatin), pain killers (ibuprofen, naproxen), a medicine used to treat heart failure and abnormal heart rhythms (digoxin), bipolar disorder medication (lithium), and immunosuppressants (cyclosporine or tacrolimus).

Drug-Food Interaction: Minimize high potassium foods intake and avoid over the counter potassium supplements, grapefruit, or juice.

Drug-Disease Interaction: People with diabetes, hyperkalemia (high potassium levels in the blood), low blood pressure, kidney and liver problems should consult the doctor before taking Cortel A 40Tab let 15’s.

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