Cortel-A Tablet (Telmisartan 40mg / Amlodipine 5mg)
$50.00 – $126.00
Country of Origin | india |
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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 | |
120 Tablet/s | $92.00 (0.77/unit) | $0.77 | |
180 Tablet/s | $126.00 (0.7/unit) | $0.7 |
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
Contraindications of Cortel A Tablet
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If you have a known allergy to this medicine or any of the ingredients of this medicine.
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If you have diabetes and already taking a medicine containing aliskiren.
Side effects of Cortel A Tablet
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Swelling in hands, feet
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Redness of face
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Back pain
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Weakness
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Stomachache, diarrhoea
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Headache, dizziness
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Fall in blood pressure
Precautions and Warnings of Cortel A Tablet
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
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You have any liver or kidney disease.
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You are planning for a pregnancy.
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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.Read less
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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.
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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
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You are suffering from any kind of heart problem, As it may worsen the heart problem sometimes. The doctor decides the dose accordingly.
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You have a history of heart failure, you need to be monitored closely.
Mode of Action of Cortel A Tablet
How Does It Work?
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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.Read less
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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.
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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
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Take this medicine exactly as instructed by your doctor.
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Do not change your dose unless your doctor tells you to.
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Take this medicine with or without food.
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Try to take the medicine at the same time daily.
Interactions of Cortel A Tablet
Interactions with other medicines
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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.Read less
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If you have diabetes, do not take aliskiren along with this medicine.
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Simultaneous use of Cortel A Tablet and heart-related medicines like digoxin should be avoided.
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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.
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Concomitant use of Cortel A Tablet and painkillers, should be avoided as it may impair kidney functions.
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Other medicines that should be used with caution are lithium, water pills, immunosuppressants like cyclosporin, etc.
Interactions with food items
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You should avoid grapefruit juice as it impacts the effectiveness of this medicine.
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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
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Store the medicine at room temperature (between 20° to 25°C).
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Store it in original packaging.
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Try to protect it from light and moisture.
Dosage of Cortel A Tablet
Overdose
Missed a Dose
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Storage
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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