TELISTA PLUS 20MG TAB

Overview

TELISTA PLUS 20MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

TELISTA PLUS 20MG TAB is composed of: TELMISARTAN (20.0 MG), ATORVASTATIN (10.0 MG)

Telmisartan is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist. Telmisartan keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow. Telmisartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It is sometimes given together with other blood pressure medications. Telmisartan is also used to reduce the risk of stroke, heart attack, or death from heart problems in people who are at least 55 years old with risk factors for serious heart disorders.

Atorvastatin (Lipitor) is a member of the drug class known as statins. It is used for lowering cholesterol. Atorvastatin is a competitive inhibitor of hydroxymethylglutaryl-coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase.Atorvastatin acts primarily in the liver.  Decreased hepatic cholesterol levels increases hepatic uptake of cholesterol and reduces plasma cholesterol levels.Atorvastatin is used to treat high cholesterol, and to lower the risk of stroke, heart attack, or other heart complications in people with type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, or other risk factors.

Usage

TELMISARTAN is generally used to treat: Hypertension, Stroke, Heart Attack

ATORVASTATIN is generally used to treat: High Cholesterol, Heart Attack, Coronary Artery Disease, Diabetes Type 2

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 9yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Dangerous – Studies indicate Human-Fetal Risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Precautions for TELISTA PLUS 20MG TAB and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart, liver or kidney disease, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication. Patients may develop with severe allergic reactions; if it so consult with your doctor. It may cause diarrhea, dehydration, excessive sweating or vomiting which leads to low blood pressure.
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of Crohn’s disease, bruising, heart, liver or kidney disease, gastrointestinal disease, blood clotting problems, systemic lupus erythematosus, elderly, during pregnancy, alcohol-dependent patients, and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

Common Side-Effects

TELMISARTAN : Dizziness, Lightheadedness
ATORVASTATIN : Polyarthralgia, Urinary Tract Infection, Insomnia, Myalgia, Skin Rash, Hives, Nausea, Loose Motion, Body Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Cough, Difficulty Swallowing, Dizziness, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Fever, Wheezing, Tightness

Serious Side-Effects

TELMISARTAN : Fainting, Weakness (generalized), Irregular Heartbeat
ATORVASTATIN : Eyes Yellow Eyes, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Abdomen Pain, Nausea, Vomit

Rare Side-Effects

TELMISARTAN : Skin Rash, Face Swelling, Body Itching, Difficulty Breathing
ATORVASTATIN : Skin Rash, Hives, Body Itching, Face Swelling

Food Interactions

Avoid drinking alcohol. It can raise triglyceride levels and may increase your risk of liver damage.Grapefruit and grapefruit juice may interact with atorvastatin and lead to potentially dangerous effects.  

Disease Interactions

ATORVASTATIN can interfere with: Alcoholism, Myopathy, Hypothyroidism, Acute Renal Failure, Diabetes Mellitus

Technical Classification

TELMISARTAN is categorized as: ANGIOTENSIN RECEPTOR BLOCKERS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS
ATORVASTATIN is categorized as: STATINS / ANTIHYPERLIPIDEMIC AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTS

Available Alternatives for TELISTA PLUS 20MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

LIPISAR 20MG/10MG TAB	INR 62.5 for 10 TABLETS	TELMISARTAN 20.0 MG, ATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG
TELISTA PLUS 20MG TAB	INR 115 for 10 TABLETS	TELMISARTAN 20.0 MG, ATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG
TEMSAN CV 20MG TAB	INR 90 for 10 TABLETS	TELMISARTAN 20.0 MG, ATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ARBITEL AV 40MG/10MG TAB	INR 140 for 10 TABLETS	TELMISARTAN 40.0 MG, ATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG
CRESLIP 40MG/10MG TAB	INR 95.4 for 10 TABLETS	TELMISARTAN 40.0 MG, ATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG
LIPISAR 40MG/10MG TAB	INR 91.35 for 10 TABLETS	TELMISARTAN 40.0 MG, ATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG
PLEOTOR T 10MG/40MG TAB	INR 108.3 for 10 TABLETS	ATORVASTATIN 40.0 MG, TELMISARTAN 10.0 MG
STALIA A 40MG/20MG TAB	INR 105.53 for 10 TABLETS	TELMISARTAN 40.0 MG, ATORVASTATIN 20.0 MG
TELEACT ST 20MG TAB	INR 98.5 for 10 TABLETS	ATORVASTATIN 20.0 MG, TELMISARTAN 10.0 MG
TELEACT ST 40MG TAB	INR 124.5 for 10 TABLETS	ATORVASTATIN 40.0 MG, TELMISARTAN 10.0 MG
TELISTA PLUS 40MG TAB	INR 143 for 10 TABLETS	TELMISARTAN 40.0 MG, ATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG
TELTOR AV 40MG/10MG TAB	INR 91 for 10 TABLETS	TELMISARTAN 40.0 MG, ATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG
TEMSAN CV 40MG TAB	INR 110 for 10 TABLETS	TELMISARTAN 40.0 MG, ATORVASTATIN 10.0 MG