Inditel 80 mg (Telmisartan)

What Is Inditel 80 mg?

Inditel 80 mg is a Telmisartan-containing medicine primarily prescribed for the management of hypertension. Telmisartan is an ARB that reduces the effects of angiotensin II, a naturally occurring substance that causes blood vessels to narrow.

According to DailyMed – Telmisartan, Telmisartan tablets are available in 20 mg, 40 mg and 80 mg strengths. The prescribing information lists a dosage range of 40–80 mg once daily for hypertension.

Inditel 80 mg is a higher-strength tablet, so it should only be used when that dose has been selected for the individual by a healthcare professional.

How Does Inditel 80 mg Work?

Inditel 80 mg works by blocking angiotensin II from binding to AT1 receptors. Angiotensin II normally causes blood vessels to tighten and contributes to an increase in blood pressure.

When Telmisartan blocks this action, blood vessels can relax and widen. This lowers resistance within the blood vessels and helps reduce blood pressure.

NHS-associated prescribing information also describes Telmisartan as an ARB that lowers blood pressure by blocking the action of angiotensin II and allowing blood vessels to relax. NHS Telmisartan Information

Blood-pressure control is usually a long-term treatment goal rather than something that should be judged by symptoms alone.

How to Take Inditel 80 mg

Take Inditel 80 mg exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Telmisartan is generally taken once daily and can be taken with or without food. Try to take the tablet at approximately the same time each day to maintain a consistent routine.

Swallow the tablet with water. Do not take additional tablets to compensate for a missed dose unless specifically instructed by a healthcare professional.

The appropriate dose depends on your blood pressure, response to treatment, other medicines and medical conditions. DailyMed states that the usual starting dose of Telmisartan for hypertension is 40 mg once daily, with a dose range of 40–80 mg daily. Most of its blood-pressure-lowering effect becomes apparent within about two weeks, with maximal reduction generally achieved after approximately four weeks.

Do not increase to 80 mg on your own.

Side Effects

Like other medicines, Inditel 80 mg may cause side effects, although not everyone experiences them. Possible effects associated with Telmisartan include dizziness, light-headedness, low blood pressure, tiredness, gastrointestinal discomfort and changes in kidney function or blood potassium levels.

Dizziness may be more noticeable when standing up quickly, particularly when treatment is started or if you are dehydrated.

Seek urgent medical attention for symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, such as swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat or difficulty breathing. Persistent fainting, severe weakness or other concerning symptoms also require medical assessment.

Warnings & Interactions

Tell your healthcare provider about your complete medical history before using Inditel 80 mg, particularly if you have liver disease, kidney problems, low blood pressure, dehydration or abnormal potassium levels.

Telmisartan may interact with medicines that affect blood pressure, kidney function or potassium levels. Important examples include potassium supplements, potassium-sparing diuretics, certain other blood-pressure medicines, lithium and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

Combining Telmisartan with an ACE inhibitor is generally not recommended. Telmisartan should also not be used together with aliskiren in patients with diabetes.

Your doctor may periodically monitor blood pressure, kidney function and potassium while you are receiving treatment.

Safety Advice

🫀 Liver Disease

People with impaired liver function should inform their doctor before taking Inditel 80 mg. Telmisartan requires additional caution in patients with hepatic impairment, and the appropriate dose should be determined by a healthcare professional.

🫘 Kidney Impairment

Kidney function and potassium may need monitoring during treatment, particularly in people who already have kidney disease or use medicines that can affect renal function. Do not change your dose based solely on a kidney test result without medical advice.

🤰 Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Telmisartan must not be continued during pregnancy without immediate medical review. DailyMed carries a boxed warning for fetal toxicity and advises discontinuing Telmisartan as soon as pregnancy is detected because medicines acting on the renin-angiotensin system can harm the developing fetus.

If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding, discuss treatment with your doctor before using Inditel 80 mg.

🍷 Alcohol & Things to Avoid

Alcohol can contribute to dizziness or low blood pressure in some people taking antihypertensive medicines. Use caution and ask your healthcare provider whether alcohol is appropriate for you.

Avoid starting potassium supplements or potassium-containing salt substitutes without professional advice. Also tell your doctor before regularly taking NSAIDs such as ibuprofen, as these medicines may affect kidney function or the blood-pressure-lowering response.

Storage

Store Inditel 80 mg according to the instructions supplied with the medicine. Keep the tablets in their original packaging, protected from excessive heat and moisture, and out of the sight and reach of children.

Do not use tablets after their expiry date or if the packaging is damaged. Ask a pharmacist how to dispose of medicines that are expired or no longer required.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Inditel 80 mg used for?

Inditel 80 mg contains Telmisartan and is primarily used to manage high blood pressure. Lowering elevated blood pressure helps reduce cardiovascular risks associated with persistent hypertension.

Is Inditel 80 mg a high dose?

Telmisartan is available in different strengths. For hypertension, DailyMed lists 40 mg as the usual starting dose and 40–80 mg once daily as the dose range. Therefore, 80 mg is at the upper end of this listed hypertension dosage range.

Can I take Inditel 80 mg every day?

Telmisartan is generally prescribed once daily. However, Inditel 80 mg should be taken every day only when this particular strength has been prescribed for you. Do not independently increase, decrease or stop your dose.

Can Inditel 80 mg be taken without food?

Yes. Telmisartan can generally be taken with or without food. Taking it at approximately the same time each day can make it easier to maintain a consistent treatment routine.

Can I stop Inditel 80 mg when my blood pressure becomes normal?

Do not stop the medicine simply because your blood pressure readings improve. The improvement may be due to the treatment itself. Speak with your doctor before changing or discontinuing your blood-pressure medicine.