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Composition :

TELMISARTAN-80MG

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

107, Basanti Bagh, Sai Road, Baddi, Distt. Solan-173205 (H.P.)
Other Info - BO12719

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FAQs

No, you are not recommended to take Bonsartan Tablet 80mg with antidepressants or barbiturates as it may cause dizziness. However, please consult your doctor before taking Bonsartan Tablet 80mg with any other medicines.

Bonsartan Tablet 80mg may increase potassium levels in the blood (hyperkalemia). Therefore, it is recommended to avoid intake of potassium supplements and foods that are rich in potassium like coconut water, bananas and broccoli.

No, Bonsartan Tablet 80mg is not recommended for use during pregnancy especially in the second and third trimesters as it may harm the developing baby. Therefore, if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, please inform your doctor before taking Bonsartan Tablet 80mg.

You are not recommended to take more than the prescribed dose of Bonsartan Tablet 80mg as it may cause Bonsartan Tablet 80mg overdose resulting in symptoms such as dizziness, low blood pressure, fast or slow heartbeat. However, if you experience any of these symptoms while taking Bonsartan Tablet 80mg, please consult a doctor immediately.

No, you are not recommended to take ibuprofen with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg as co-administration of these two medicines may reduce the effect of Bonsartan Tablet 80mg and increase the risk of impaired kidney function. However, if you experience loss of appetite, sudden weight loss or weight gain, weakness, muscle cramps, vomiting, nausea, decreased or increased urination, irregular heart rhythm and fluid retention, please consult a doctor immediately. If you are supposed to use these medicines together, you are advised to contact your doctor so that the dose may be adjusted to use safely.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure and cause adverse effects such as dizziness, fainting, light-headedness or headache.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Bonsartan Tablet 80mg is a Category D pregnancy drug and is considered unsafe for pregnant women especially in the second and third trimesters.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Avoid breastfeeding while taking Bonsartan Tablet 80mg as it may be unsafe for the baby.

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Driving

Unsafe

Bonsartan Tablet 80mg may cause dizziness or tiredness in some people. So, make sure you are not affected before driving or operating machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Take Bonsartan Tablet 80mg with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. Bonsartan Tablet 80mg is not recommended for patients with severe liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Bonsartan Tablet 80mg with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Unsafe

It is not recommended for children below 12 years as the safety and effectiveness in children is not established.

About Bonsartan Tablet 80mg

Bonsartan Tablet 80mg belongs to a group of medicines known as angiotensin II receptor blockers that are used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) in adults. Additionally, Bonsartan Tablet 80mg is used to reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke in adults. Essential hypertension is a medical condition in which the blood pressure is elevated persistently in the arteries without any known cause. On the other hand, heart attack or stroke occurs due to blocked blood flow to the heart or brain, respectively.

Bonsartan Tablet 80mg works by blocking the action of a hormone called angiotensin II in the body that causes narrowing of blood vessels leading to high blood pressure. Thereby, Bonsartan Tablet 80mg widens and relaxes blood vessels. Thus, lowers high blood pressure.

You can take Bonsartan Tablet 80mg irrespective of food and swallow whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Your doctor will let you how often you should take your tablets based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience diarrhoea, sinus infection, back pain or low blood pressure. Most of these side effects of Bonsartan Tablet 80mg do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.

Bonsartan Tablet 80mg is not for pregnant women as its use during your pregnancy can cause injury and even death to your unborn baby. It is not known whether Bonsartan Tablet 80mg passes into your breast milk or not. Your doctor will decide if you will take Bonsartan Tablet 80mg while using Bonsartan Tablet 80mg and breastfeeding together. Prolonged intake of Bonsartan Tablet 80mg may cause high potassium in the blood (hyperkalemia). Avoid intake of potassium supplements with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg as it may lead to high potassium levels in the blood, so the doctor may ask you to have a regular check of your potassium level. Do not consume alcohol with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Taking Bonsartan Tablet 80mg with painkillers (like aspirin and ibuprofen) can increase the risk of kidney problems and reduced efficiency of Bonsartan Tablet 80mg.

Uses of Bonsartan Tablet 80mg

High blood pressure (hypertension), Prevention of heart attack and stroke

Medicinal Benefits Mweb

Medicinal Benefits

Bonsartan Tablet 80mg is used to treat high blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. Bonsartan Tablet 80mg is an angiotensin II receptor blocker decreases high blood pressure by widening and relaxing the blood vessels by blocks the action of a hormone called angiotensin II in the body which causes narrowing of blood vessels leading to high blood pressure.

Directions for Use

Use Bonsartan Tablet 80mg only when prescribed by a doctor. Always take Bonsartan Tablet 80mg exactly as your doctor told you. Your doctor will advise you how often you take your tablets on the basis of your medical condition. Swallow the tablet with a glass of water daily at the same time for effective results.

Side Effects of Bonsartan Tablet 80mg

  • Diarrhoea
  • Sinus infection
  • Back pain
  • Low blood pressure

Drug Warnings

Bonsartan Tablet 80mg is not recommended for people with impaired kidney function, diabetes or severe liver problems. Bonsartan Tablet 80mg may increase the risk of low blood pressure when taken with alcohol. Bonsartan Tablet 80mg may cause tiredness or dizziness in some people. Make sure you are not affected before driving. Breastfeeding women are advised to consult a doctor before taking Bonsartan Tablet 80mg. Avoid intake of potassium supplements with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg as it may lead to high potassium levels in the blood, so the doctor may ask you to have a regular check of your potassium level. Do not consume alcohol with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Taking Bonsartan Tablet 80mg with painkillers (like aspirin and ibuprofen) can increase the risk of kidney problems and reduced efficiency of Bonsartan Tablet 80mg.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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TelmisartanPotassium iodide
Severe

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How does the drug interact with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg:
Co-administration of Aliskiren with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg can increase the risk of hyperkalemia (high potassium levels in the blood).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Bonsartan Tablet 80mg with Aliskiren can possibly lead to an interaction, please consult a doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
TelmisartanPotassium iodide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg:
Taking Potassium Iodide with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg can make high levels of potassium in the blood more likely.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Potassium iodide and Bonsartan Tablet 80mg together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg:
Taking ramipril with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg may increase the risk of side effects such as low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and high blood potassium.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Bonsartan Tablet 80mg can be taken with ramipril if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms of high potassium such as nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Maintain adequate fluid intake during treatment with these medications. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg:
Taking perindopril with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg may increase the risk of side effects such as low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and high blood potassium.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Bonsartan Tablet 80mg can be taken with perindopril if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms of high potassium such as nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Maintain adequate fluid intake during treatment with these medications. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg:
Taking quinapril with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg may increase the risk of side effects such as low blood pressure, kidney function impairment, and high blood potassium.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Bonsartan Tablet 80mg can be taken with quinapril if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms of high potassium, such as nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Maintain adequate fluid intake during treatment with these medications. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg:
Taking trimethoprim with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg may increase potassium levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Bonsartan Tablet 80mg and trimethoprim, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, and a weak pulse. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg:
Co-administration of Bonsartan Tablet 80mg may significantly increase the blood levels of lithium.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Bonsartan Tablet 80mg can be taken with lithium if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms of lithium intoxication such as drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, loose stools, vomiting, muscle weakness, muscle incoordination, shaking of hands and legs, blurred vision, ringing in the ear, excessive thirst, or increased urination. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
TelmisartanPotassium citrate
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How does the drug interact with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg:
Taking Potassium citrate with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg together may increase potassium levels in the blood, which can lead to kidney failure, muscular paralysis, and abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Potassium citrate with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult the doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. It is essential to maintain proper fluid intake while taking these medications. It is advised to reduce the intake of potassium-rich foods. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg:
Co-administration of amiloride with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg may increase potassium levels in the blood. (High potassium levels can cause hyperkalemia, which can lead to kidney failure, muscular paralysis, abnormal heart rhythm).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, amiloride may lead to an interaction but can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, consult the doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. It is important to maintain proper fluid intake while taking these medications. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg:
Taking tizanidine with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg may have additive effects in lowering the blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Bonsartan Tablet 80mg can be taken with tizanidine if prescribed by your doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms of low blood pressure, such as headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate. Be cautious when getting up from a sitting or lying position. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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TELMISARTAN-80MGPotassium rich foods
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TELMISARTAN-80MGPotassium rich foods
Moderate
Common Foods to Avoid:
Lentils, Orange Juice, Oranges, Raisins, Potatoes, Salmon Dried, Spinach, Sweet Potatoes, Tomatoes, Coconut Water, Beans, Beetroot, Broccoli, Bananas, Apricots, Avocado, Yogurt

How to manage the interaction:
Consuming potassium-rich foods may cause high levels of potassium. Avoid potassium-containing salt substitutes or over-the-counter potassium supplements while on treatment with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg. Consult the doctor if you experience symptoms of high levels of potassium such as weakness, irregular heartbeat, confusion, tingling of the extremities, or feelings of heaviness in the legs.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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TELMISARTAN-80MGUnspecified diabetes mellitus
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TELMISARTAN-80MGUnspecified diabetes mellitus
Severe
How does the disease interact with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg:
In people with diabetes, it is not recommended to combine certain angiotensin II receptor blockers with aliskiren.

How to manage the interaction:
Angiotensin II receptor blocker agents are contraindicated in patients with diabetes.
TELMISARTAN-80MGAdverse effects, not elsewhere classified
Severe
How does the disease interact with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg:
Patients having a history of angioedema brought on by prior treatment with an ACE inhibitor or an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB), as well as those with hereditary angioedema, should not use these medications.

How to manage the interaction:
The use of these agents is contraindicated in patients with a history of angioedema. Consult the doctor immediately if you notice symptoms of angioedema like swelling of face, extremities, eyes, lips, or tongue, or difficulty swallowing or breathing.
TELMISARTAN-80MGHypotension
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How does the disease interact with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg:
Patients with an active renin-angiotensin system, such as those who are volume- and/or sodium-depleted patients, are susceptible to symptoms of hypotension brought on by angiotensin II receptor (AR) antagonists. Patients with these conditions, as well as those who are susceptible to hypovolemic or hyponatremic situations, should receive therapy with AR antagonists with caution.

How to manage the interaction:
Therapy should be administered cautiously in such patients on diuretic therapy, especially if high doses were used or if recently instituted; those on dietary salt restriction; renal dialysis patients.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • IBUPROFEN
  • ASPIRIN
  • HEPARIN
  • DIGOXIN
  • LISINOPRIL
  • ENALAPRIL
  • RAMIPRIL
  • BENAZEPRIL
  • CAPTOPRIL
  • FOSINOPRIL
  • MOEXIPRIL
  • PERINDOPRIL
  • QUINAPRIL
  • ALISKIREN
  • AMILORIDE
  • SPIRONOLACTONE
  • TRIAMTERENE
  • TIZANIDINE
  • TRIMETHOPRIM

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Monitor your blood pressure regularly and if you notice any fluctuations, please consult a doctor.

  • Low salt diet and regular exercise are recommended along with Bonsartan Tablet 80mg for effective results.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain a low salt diet and minimize eating processed foods as they contain more sodium. Try to replace salt with spices or herbs to add flavour to the food.

  • Do regular exercise such as cycling, walking, jogging, dancing or swimming for a minimum of 30 minutes per day.

  • Chronic stress may also cause high blood pressure. Therefore, avoid stress by changing your expectations, the way you react in certain situations and making time for yourself to do activities that you enjoy.

  • Maintain a diet that is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and low-fat dairy products.

  • Avoid smoking and alcohol intake.

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