Arbitel 40 mg tabl. #30
Manufacturer: Micro Labs, India
Composition: telmisartan 40.0 mg
What is the active ingredient in Arbitel 40 mg tablets?
Telmisartan USP 40 mg.
What is the mechanism of action of Telmisartan?
Angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB).
What is Arbitel 40 mg used for?
Management of mild to moderate hypertension.
What is the usual starting dose of Arbitel 40 mg?
40 mg once a day.
How does the dose of Arbitel 40 mg affect blood pressure?
Dose-related; higher dose, greater reduction.
What should be done if the patient needs further blood pressure reduction beyond what is achieved with 80 mg of Arbitel?
Add a diuretic.
What are the potential side effects of Arbitel 40 mg?
Back pain, diarrhea, pharyngitis, headache, dizziness, pain, fatigue, and nausea.
What are the precautions to take while using Arbitel 40 mg?
Follow usual regimens if creatinine clearance > 30 mL/min. Not for pregnant women. May cause birth defects. May pass into breast milk.
Is Arbitel 40 mg safe for patients with renal impairment?
Lower starting dose (20 mg) recommended for severe impairment or hemodialysis.
Is Arbitel 40 mg safe for patients with hepatic impairment?
Dose should not exceed 40 mg daily for mild to moderate impairment.
What are the contraindications for using Arbitel 40 mg?
Hypersensitivity to any component.
How should Arbitel 40 mg be stored?
Below 30°C, out of reach of children.
What are the possible manifestations of overdosage with Telmisartan?
Hypotension, dizziness, tachycardia, bradycardia.
What is the recommended treatment for overdosage with Telmisartan?
Supportive treatment for hypotension. Telmisartan is not removed by hemodialysis.
What are the pharmacokinetic properties of Telmisartan?
Peak plasma concentrations within 0.5-1 hour, food slightly reduces bioavailability, bi-exponential decay kinetics with a terminal elimination half-life of approximately 24 hours.
Is Arbitel 40 mg safe for use in pediatric patients?
Safety and effectiveness not established.
What is the NAFDAC registration number for Arbitel 40 mg?
A4-5988.
What is the price of Arbitel 40 mg tabl. #30?
The price of Arbitel 40 mg tabl. #30 is ₦ 5970.00, exclusively for online orders through the Intaila mobile application