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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Hari Kumar , MBBS

Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's 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, Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's 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.

Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's 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, Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's widens and relaxes blood vessels. Thus, lowers high blood pressure

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Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's 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, Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's 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.

Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's 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, Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's widens and relaxes blood vessels. Thus, lowers high blood pressure.

You can take Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's 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 Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.

Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's 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 Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's passes into your breast milk or not. Your doctor will decide if you will take Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's while using Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's and breastfeeding together. Prolonged intake of Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's may cause high potassium in the blood (hyperkalemia). Avoid intake of potassium supplements with Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's 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 Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Taking Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's with painkillers (like aspirin and ibuprofen) can increase the risk of kidney problems and reduced efficiency of Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's.

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TELMISARTAN-20MG

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

Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's is used to treat high blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's 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.

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

Use Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's only when prescribed by a doctor. Always take Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's 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.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's is not recommended for people with impaired kidney function, diabetes or severe liver problems. Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's may increase the risk of low blood pressure when taken with alcohol. Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's 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 Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's. Avoid intake of potassium supplements with Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's 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 Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Taking Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's with painkillers (like aspirin and ibuprofen) can increase the risk of kidney problems and reduced efficiency of Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's.

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES
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TelmisartanAliskiren
Critical
TelmisartanAmiloride
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

TelmisartanAliskiren
Critical
How does the drug interact with Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's:
Co-administration of Aliskiren with Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's can increase the risk of hyperkalemia (high potassium levels in the blood).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's with Aliskiren can possibly lead to an interaction, please consult a doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
TelmisartanAmiloride
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's:
Co-administration of amiloride with Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's 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.
TelmisartanEnalapril
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's:
Co-administration of Enalapril with Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's can increase the risk of kidney failure, low blood pressure, and high potassium levels.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Enalapril and Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, contact a doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, tingling of the hands and feet, or feelings of heaviness in the legs, so it's important to seek medical help. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
TelmisartanEluxadoline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's:
Co-administration of Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's increases levels of eluxadoline by increasing metabolism.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's with Eluxadoline together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TelmisartanPerindopril
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's:
Taking perindopril with Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's 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, Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's 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.
TelmisartanBenazepril
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's:
Taking Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's with benazepril 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, Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's can be taken with benazepril 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 medication without consulting a doctor.
TelmisartanTizanidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's:
Taking tizanidine with Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's may have additive effects in lowering the blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's 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.
TelmisartanTrimethoprim
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's:
Taking trimethoprim with Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's may increase potassium levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's 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.
TelmisartanEnalapril
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's:
Coadministration of enalapril with Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's may increase the risk of hyperkalemia (high potassium levels in the blood), hypotension, syncope (fainting), and renal failure due to additive or synergistic effects. If you are elderly, dehydrated, or have a history of renal or heart illness, your risk is enhanced.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Enalapril together with Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's may possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, contact your doctor immediately if you experience signs and symptoms of hyperkalemia, such as nausea, vomiting, confusion, numbness, tingling in hands and feet, and irregular heartbeat. It is advised to limit the intake of potassium-rich foods like tomatoes, bananas, papayas, mangoes, beans, and potassium-containing supplements. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting your doctor.
TelmisartanRamipril
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's:
Taking ramipril with Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's 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, Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's 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.
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TELMISARTAN-20MGPotassium rich foods
Moderate

Drug-Food Interactions

TELMISARTAN-20MGPotassium 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 Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's. 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.
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TELMISARTAN-20MGUnspecified diabetes mellitus
Severe
TELMISARTAN-20MGAdverse effects, not elsewhere classified
Severe

Drug-Diseases Interactions

TELMISARTAN-20MGUnspecified diabetes mellitus
Severe
How does the disease interact with Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's:
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-20MGAdverse effects, not elsewhere classified
Severe
How does the disease interact with Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's:
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-20MGHypotension
Severe
How does the disease interact with Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's:
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.
  • IBUPROFEN
  • ASPIRIN
  • HEPARIN
  • DIGOXIN
  • LISINOPRIL
  • ENALAPRIL
  • RAMIPRIL
  • BENAZEPRIL
  • CAPTOPRIL
  • FOSINOPRIL
  • MOEXIPRIL
  • PERINDOPRIL
  • QUINAPRIL
  • ALISKIREN
  • AMILORIDE
  • SPIRONOLACTONE
  • TRIAMTERENE
  • TIZANIDINE
  • TRIMETHOPRIM
  • 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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  • 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 Cortel 20 mg Tablet 15's for effective results.

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High Blood Pressure (Hypertension): When the blood pressure rises, there is too much of force develops on the lining of arteries wall that makes the heart work harder to pump blood throughout the body. This results in the damage of the blood vessels. If high blood pressure is left untreated, it can lead to stroke, heart attack, heart failure, kidney failure, and eye problems.

Cardiovascular risk: It is usually diagnosed in the patients older than 55 years of age characterized with blood vessel disease in the heart, brain, or legs (coronary, peripheral, or cerebral vascular disease) or diabetes with organ damage.

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