Extel
Extel Products are primarily used for
Hypertension (high blood pressure), Prevention of heart attack and stroke, Fever
About Extel Products
Uses of Extel Products
Telmisartan is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure), prevention of heart attack and stroke, fever and Heart failure.
Extel Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Extel are Diarrhea, Upper respiratory tract infection, Back pain, Sinus inflammation, Skin ulcer, Intermittent claudication.
How Extel Products work
Telmisartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It relaxes blood vessels by blocking the action of a chemical that usually makes blood vessels tighter. This lowers the blood pressure, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly to different organs and the heart to pump more efficiently..
Patient Concerns about Extel Products
Frequently asked questions about Extel Products
Frequently asked questions about Telmisartan
Q. Should Extel 20mg Tablet be taken in the morning or at night?
Extel 20mg Tablet is generally recommended to be taken once daily, either in the morning or in the evening. Consider taking it at the same time each day as it will help you to remember taking it.
Q. How long does it take for Extel 20mg Tablet to work?
You may see an improvement within a few days. But, the maximum benefit can be seen within 4-8 weeks of starting treatment.
Q. My blood pressure is now controlled. Can I stop taking Extel 20mg Tablet now?
No, do not stop taking Extel 20mg Tablet without consulting your doctor even if your blood pressure is controlled. Stopping it suddenly may increase your blood pressure which could be detrimental for you. Extel 20mg Tablet does not cure high blood pressure but controls it. So, you may have to take the medicine lifelong. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.
Q. If I have some kidney problem, can I take Extel 20mg Tablet? Can it further deteriorate my kidney function?
You can take Extel 20mg Tablet if it has been advised by your doctor. Your doctor may ask you to get regular tests done (potassium and creatinine levels) in order to monitor your kidney function. Extel 20mg Tablet may cause worsening of kidney function, therefore you should contact your doctor in case you notice swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands or unexplained weight gain.
Q. I am overweight and the doctor has prescribed me Extel 20mg Tablet for blood pressure control. I am bothered that Extel 20mg Tablet can increase my weight. Is it true?
No, do not worry since Extel 20mg Tablet is not known to cause weight gain. In fact in animal studies Extel 20mg Tablet has been found to decrease fat tissue.
Q. Does Extel 20mg Tablet affect blood glucose levels in diabetics?
Extel 20mg Tablet may lower blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes. Therefore, it is essential to keep a regular track of your blood glucose levels. Talk to your doctor if you are a diabetic because the dose of insulin or antidiabetic medicines may need adjustment.
Q. Can the use of Extel 20mg Tablet cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood)?
Yes, Extel 20mg Tablet can cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood). A regular monitoring of blood potassium levels may be advised by your doctor while taking this medicine.
Q. Does Extel 20mg Tablet work by causing excessive urination?
No, Extel 20mg Tablet does not cause excessive urination and does not belong to the diuretic class of medicines. Extel 20mg Tablet works by relaxing the blood vessels by blocking the effect of a substance known as angiotensin II. This substance is responsible for increasing the blood pressure by narrowing down the blood vessels.
Q. Do I need to follow any precautions if I take ibuprofen and Extel 20mg Tablet together?
If you are taking ibuprofen and Extel 20mg Tablet together, you should continuously keep a check on your blood pressure and kidney function. Extel 20mg Tablet may enhance the side effects of ibuprofen which may further cause water retention, especially in patients taking Extel 20mg Tablet for heart failure. Ibuprofen may interfere with the working of Extel 20mg Tablet and decrease its efficiency at lowering blood pressure.
Q. Should Extel 20mg Tablet be taken in the morning or at night?
Extel 20mg Tablet is generally recommended to be taken once daily, either in the morning or in the evening. Consider taking it at the same time each day as it will help you to remember taking it.
Q. How long does it take for Extel 20mg Tablet to work?
You may see an improvement within a few days. But, the maximum benefit can be seen within 4-8 weeks of starting treatment.
Q. My blood pressure is now controlled. Can I stop taking Extel 20mg Tablet now?
No, do not stop taking Extel 20mg Tablet without consulting your doctor even if your blood pressure is controlled. Stopping it suddenly may increase your blood pressure which could be detrimental for you. Extel 20mg Tablet does not cure high blood pressure but controls it. So, you may have to take the medicine lifelong. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.
Q. Can the use of Extel 20mg Tablet cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood)?
Yes, Extel 20mg Tablet can cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood). A regular monitoring of blood potassium levels may be advised by your doctor while taking this medicine.
Q. If I have some kidney problem, can I take Extel 20mg Tablet? Can it further deteriorate my kidney function?
You can take Extel 20mg Tablet if it has been advised by your doctor. Your doctor may ask you to get regular tests done (potassium and creatinine levels) in order to monitor your kidney function. Extel 20mg Tablet may cause worsening of kidney function, therefore you should contact your doctor in case you notice swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands or unexplained weight gain.
Q. I am overweight and the doctor has prescribed me Extel 20mg Tablet for blood pressure control. I am bothered that Extel 20mg Tablet can increase my weight. Is it true?
No, do not worry since Extel 20mg Tablet is not known to cause weight gain. In fact in animal studies Extel 20mg Tablet has been found to decrease fat tissue.
Q. Does Extel 20mg Tablet affect blood glucose levels in diabetics?
Extel 20mg Tablet may lower blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes. Therefore, it is essential to keep a regular track of your blood glucose levels. Talk to your doctor if you are a diabetic because the dose of insulin or antidiabetic medicines may need adjustment.
Q. Do I need to follow any precautions if I take ibuprofen and Extel 20mg Tablet together?
If you are taking ibuprofen and Extel 20mg Tablet together, you should continuously keep a check on your blood pressure and kidney function. Extel 20mg Tablet may enhance the side effects of ibuprofen which may further cause water retention, especially in patients taking Extel 20mg Tablet for heart failure. Ibuprofen may interfere with the working of Extel 20mg Tablet and decrease its efficiency at lowering blood pressure.
Q. Does Extel 20mg Tablet work by causing excessive urination?
No, Extel 20mg Tablet does not cause excessive urination and does not belong to the diuretic class of medicines. Extel 20mg Tablet works by relaxing the blood vessels by blocking the effect of a substance known as angiotensin II. This substance is responsible for increasing the blood pressure by narrowing down the blood vessels.
Q. Should Extel 20mg Tablet be taken in the morning or at night?
Extel 20mg Tablet is generally recommended to be taken once daily, either in the morning or in the evening. Consider taking it at the same time each day as it will help you to remember taking it.
Q. How long does it take for Extel 20mg Tablet to work?
You may see an improvement within a few days. But, the maximum benefit can be seen within 4-8 weeks of starting treatment.
Q. My blood pressure is now controlled. Can I stop taking Extel 20mg Tablet now?
No, do not stop taking Extel 20mg Tablet without consulting your doctor even if your blood pressure is controlled. Stopping it suddenly may increase your blood pressure which could be detrimental for you. Extel 20mg Tablet does not cure high blood pressure but controls it. So, you may have to take the medicine lifelong. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.
Q. Can the use of Extel 20mg Tablet cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood)?
Yes, Extel 20mg Tablet can cause hyperkalemia (increased potassium level in blood). A regular monitoring of blood potassium levels may be advised by your doctor while taking this medicine.
Q. If I have some kidney problem, can I take Extel 20mg Tablet? Can it further deteriorate my kidney function?
You can take Extel 20mg Tablet if it has been advised by your doctor. Your doctor may ask you to get regular tests done (potassium and creatinine levels) in order to monitor your kidney function. Extel 20mg Tablet may cause worsening of kidney function, therefore you should contact your doctor in case you notice swelling in your feet, ankles, or hands or unexplained weight gain.
Q. I am overweight and the doctor has prescribed me Extel 20mg Tablet for blood pressure control. I am bothered that Extel 20mg Tablet can increase my weight. Is it true?
No, do not worry since Extel 20mg Tablet is not known to cause weight gain. In fact in animal studies Extel 20mg Tablet has been found to decrease fat tissue.
Q. Does Extel 20mg Tablet affect blood glucose levels in diabetics?
Extel 20mg Tablet may lower blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes. Therefore, it is essential to keep a regular track of your blood glucose levels. Talk to your doctor if you are a diabetic because the dose of insulin or antidiabetic medicines may need adjustment.
Q. Do I need to follow any precautions if I take ibuprofen and Extel 20mg Tablet together?
If you are taking ibuprofen and Extel 20mg Tablet together, you should continuously keep a check on your blood pressure and kidney function. Extel 20mg Tablet may enhance the side effects of ibuprofen which may further cause water retention, especially in patients taking Extel 20mg Tablet for heart failure. Ibuprofen may interfere with the working of Extel 20mg Tablet and decrease its efficiency at lowering blood pressure.
Q. Does Extel 20mg Tablet work by causing excessive urination?
No, Extel 20mg Tablet does not cause excessive urination and does not belong to the diuretic class of medicines. Extel 20mg Tablet works by relaxing the blood vessels by blocking the effect of a substance known as angiotensin II. This substance is responsible for increasing the blood pressure by narrowing down the blood vessels.
Products for Extel
Extel 20mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹30
Extel 40 Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹64.75
Not Available
Extel 80mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹70
Not Available