Tazloc 40 Tablet (Telmisartan 40mg)

Medical Description

Tazloc 40 tablet is an antihypertensive medicine containing telmisartan as its active ingredient. This medicine lowers the raised blood pressure levels thus it is used to treat high blood pressure and also helps to reduce other heart problems. While taking this medicine you should be cautious of your diet and should also exercise regularly. Tazloc 40 tablet should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as advised. It can be taken with or without food. Do not stop taking this medicine unless asked to do so by your doctor. Before using the Tazloc 40 tablet, inform the doctor about your detailed medical history.

Uses of Tazloc 40 MG

Tazloc 40 tablet is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

Contraindications of Tazloc 40 MG

If you are allergic to telmisartan or any other ingredient of Tazloc 40 tablet.
If you are in 2nd or 3rd trimester of pregnancy.
If you have severe liver or kidney disorders.
If you have bile duct obstruction.
If you are on diabetic medicine containing aliskiren.

Side effects of Tazloc 40 MG

Rash
Headache
Dizziness
Flatulence (gas)
Dry Mouth
Tiredness
Palpitations
Swelling of face
Chest pain
Shortness of breath

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Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
You have a pre-existing medical condition like diabetes, liver disease.
You have any problems with your heart, including low blood pressure.
You are on medications like Ramipril, Lisinopril.
You have a high level of potassium in your blood.
You have kidney disease or have had a kidney transplant.
You are known to have narrowing or blockage of the blood vessels of one or both kidneys.
You develop diarrhoea, vomiting. This dehydration can result in low blood pressure. Have an adequate amount of water and fluids.
You are suffering from water and salt retention in the body, along with an imbalance of various blood minerals (raised aldosterone levels).

Mode of Action of Tazloc 40 MG

How Does It Work?
Telmisartan lowers the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels through prevention of the binding of angiotensin-II (a substance causing constriction of blood vessels leading to increased blood pressure) to its receptors.

Directions for Use of Tazloc 40 MG

Tazloc 40 tablet should be taken as a whole with a glass of water, preferably at the same time daily to gain optimal benefit. It should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not crush, break or chew this medicine.

Interactions of Tazloc 40 MG

Interactions with other medicines
Tazloc 40 tablet may interact with other medicines, 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.
Medicine used for heart disorders like Digoxin.
If you have diabetes and taking Aliskiren, do not take this medicine.
Medicines used to treat depression like Lithium.
Medicines that may increase blood potassium levels like salt containing potassium, potassium-sparing diuretics.
ACE inhibitors and Angiotensin II Receptor Antagonists (medicines used to treat high blood pressure).
Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug products (NSAIDs) used as painkillers.
Blood thinners like Warfarin, Heparin.
Immunosuppressives (Cyclosporin or Tacrolimus).
Medicines used to treat bacterial infections like Trimethoprim.
Medicines known as Diuretics (water pills) used to treat high blood pressure like Furosemide, Hydrochlorothiazide.
Medicines known as Corticosteroids used to treat the inflamed area of body parts.
Interactions with food items
High potassium-containing foods should be avoided like spinach, broccoli, potatoes as it may cause irregular heartbeat, weakness, confusion, feelings of heaviness in the legs or tingling of the extremities.

Storage and disposal of Tazloc 40 MG

Store Tazloc 40 tablet in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture and heat.
Keep it away from children and pets.

Dosage of Tazloc 40 MG

Overdose
Overdose can cause symptoms such as increased heart rate, extremely low blood pressure, dizziness, increased levels of potassium in the blood, kidney failure and loss of consciousness. If you have given too much of this medicine to your child, contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.
Missed a Dose
If you have missed giving any dose of Tazloc 40 tablet, give it as soon as you remember. If it’s already time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and follow the regular dosing schedule.