Eritel 80 Tablet

Eritel 80 Tablet contains telmisartan 80 mg in each tablet. It belongs to the angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) class, which is used to treat high blood pressure and may also be prescribed to lower cardiovascular risk in appropriate patients. Eritel 80 Tablet is a prescription-strength medicine made by Eris Lifesciences, supplied as a strip/box of 10 tablets.

How it works: Telmisartan in Eritel 80 Tablet blocks angiotensin II from tightening blood vessels, so the vessels relax and blood can flow more easily. Because this is a tablet, it delivers the full 80 mg dose by mouth and works gradually over time to help lower blood pressure and reduce strain on the heart and blood vessels.

Eritel 80 Tablet is the higher-strength option in this brand line, compared with Eritel 20 Tablet and Eritel 40 Tablet. Because it contains 80 mg of telmisartan per tablet, it is generally chosen for people whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with lower strengths or for patients a doctor has already evaluated for a higher dose.

• High blood pressure (hypertension)
• Blood pressure control in adults who need a higher telmisartan dose
• Reduction of cardiovascular risk in selected patients as prescribed by a doctor

• Swallow Eritel 80 Tablet whole with a glass of water.
• Take it at the same time each day to help you remember your dose.
• You can take it with or without food; food does not usually matter.
• Do not crush or chew the tablet unless your prescriber specifically tells you to.
• If your doctor changes you from Eritel 40 Tablet to Eritel 80 Tablet, follow the new directions exactly.

Each Eritel 80 Tablet provides telmisartan 80 mg, which is a higher-strength tablet and should be used only when a clinician has decided that this dose is appropriate. It is commonly taken once daily, and the maximum daily amount depends on the prescription plan your doctor sets for you; do not take extra tablets to make up for missed control.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Telmisartan may include:

• Dizziness, especially when standing up
• Low blood pressure symptoms, such as lightheadedness
• Tiredness
• Back pain
• Diarrhea
• Sinus or upper respiratory symptoms

• Eritel 80 Tablet is a higher-strength tablet, so the risk of dizziness or low blood pressure may be greater if you are sensitive to blood pressure medicines.
• Do not use during pregnancy; telmisartan can harm an unborn baby.
• Use caution if you have kidney disease, dehydration, heart failure, or liver problems.
• Avoid potassium supplements and salt substitutes unless your doctor says they are safe for you.
• Alcohol can add to dizziness or low blood pressure.
• Be careful when driving or standing quickly until you know how Eritel 80 Tablet affects you.
• Tell your doctor about any history of angioedema or swelling reactions to blood pressure medicines.

• Potassium supplements or potassium-based salt substitutes
• Diuretics or water pills
• NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen
• Other blood pressure medicines, especially those that can lower blood pressure further
• Lithium

Store Eritel 80 Tablet in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture and excess heat, and keep it out of reach of children.