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About Arbitel-AV Tablet

ATORVASTATIN+TELMISARTAN is a combination drug of Angiotensin II receptor blockers and HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (statins) primarily used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol level). Additionally, ATORVASTATIN+TELMISARTAN 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. Hyperlipidemia or dyslipidemia is the deposition of unhealthy levels of fats (lipid) in the blood. In this condition, there is always a high level of low-density lipoprotein (LDL or bad cholesterol), triglycerides (TG), and a low level of high-density lipoprotein (HDL or good cholesterol). On the other hand, heart attack or stroke occurs due to blocked blood flow to the heart or brain, respectively.

ATORVASTATIN+TELMISARTAN is a combination of two drugs namely; Telmisartan (angiotensin receptor blocker) and Atorvastatin (cholesterol-lowering drugs).  Telmisartan works by blocking the action of angiotensin II in the body that causes narrowing of blood vessels (arteries) leading to high blood pressure. Thereby, relax and widen the blood vessels. Thus, lowers high blood pressure. Atorvastatin, help lower the level of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) or bad cholesterol in the blood. ATORVASTATIN+TELMISARTAN helps to decrease the production of cholesterol that may build up on the blood vessels (arteries) of the heart, brain, and other parts of the body. Collectively, ATORVASTATIN+TELMISARTAN lowers high blood pressure that is also associated with high cholesterol levels and risk of heart attacks and strokes in the future

Uses of Arbitel-AV Tablet

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

Medicinal Benefits of Arbitel-AV Tablet

ATORVASTATIN+TELMISARTAN is a combination drug namely; Telmisartan (blood pressure-lowering agent) and Atorvastatin (cholesterol-lowering agent) primarily taken to prevent heart attack and stroke in people with heart problems. It also lowers the raised level of bad cholesterol (especially those at high risk of heart diseases). Telmisartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) that lower increased blood pressure by blocking a naturally occurring substance known as angiotensin II (that tightens your blood vessels). It allows these constricted blood vessels to relax and therefore helps lower high blood pressure. Atorvastatin is a lipid-lowering medication that blocks the enzyme required to make cholesterol in the body. It reduces the bad cholesterol (also known as low-density lipoproteins or LDL), triglycerides (TG) and increases the levels of good cholesterol (also known as high-density lipoproteins or HDL). Together ATORVASTATIN+TELMISARTAN reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Directions for Use

Swallow the tablet with a full glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it. It is preferable to take the drug at the same time every day for better results. Use ATORVASTATIN+TELMISARTAN only when prescribed by a doctor. Always take ATORVASTATIN+TELMISARTAN exactly as your doctor told you. Your doctor will advise you how often you take your tablets on the basis of your medical condition.

Side Effects of Arbitel-AV Tablet

• Dizziness
• Stuffy nose, sinus pain
• Nausea
• Stomach pain
• Constipation
• Muscle pain
• Hypotension (low blood pressure)
• Hyperglycemia (Increased glucose level in blood)

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug-Drug Interaction:

ATORVASTATIN+TELMISARTAN may interact with other high blood pressure-lowering pills (benazepril, metoprolol, ramipril, aliskiren, verapamil, simvastatin, lisinopril, amiloride, amlodipine, diltiazem), other medicines to regulate lipid levels (gemfibrozil, azilsartan, clofibrates, fenofibrate, colestipol, ezetimibe), medicines to regulate your heart rhythm (digoxin), a medicine used to reduces blood clotting (warfarin), antibiotics (trimethoprim, erythromycin, clarithromycin, telithromycin, fusidic acid), anti TB drug (rifampicin), antifungal (ketoconazole, itraconazole, voriconazole, fluconazole, posaconazole), anti-HIV drugs (ritonavir, lopinavir, atazanavir, indinavir, darunavir), medicines used to treat hepatitis C(telaprevir, boceprevir), anti-epilepsy medicines (carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbital, primidone), immune-suppressing drugs (cyclosporine, tacrolimus), and pain killers (ibuprofen, aspirin).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with ATORVASTATIN+TELMISARTAN as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure and cause adverse effects such as dizziness, fainting, light-headedness, or headache.

 

PREGNANCY

ATORVASTATIN+TELMISARTAN is a Category D pregnancy drug and is considered unsafe for pregnant women especially in the second and third trimesters.

BREAST FEEDING

Avoid breastfeeding while taking ATORVASTATIN+TELMISARTAN as it may be unsafe for the baby

 

DRIVING

ATORVASTATIN+TELMISARTAN may cause dizziness or tiredness in some people. So, make sure you are not affected before driving or operating machinery.

 

LIVER

Take ATORVASTATIN+TELMISARTAN with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions.

KIDNEY

Take ATORVASTATIN+TELMISARTAN with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions.