aquatel 20mg tablet - Telmisartan (20mg) medicine

Aquatel 20mg Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects

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Telmisartan (20mg)

🏭 Proqol Healthcare 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: Aug 23, 2026

📋 Prescription Required 💊 Generic Available

Medically Reviewed

SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 23, 2026

What is aquatel 20mg tablet used for?

Aquatel 20mg Tablet contains Telmisartan, an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to reduce the risk of cardiovascular events in patients with heart failure. It works by relaxing blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more easily, thereby lowering blood pressure. It is usually taken once daily, with or without food.

Generic Name: Telmisartan
Manufacturer: Proqol Healthcare
Form: Allopathy
Pregnancy Category: A
Prescription Required: Yes

💡 Did You Know? The first generic medicine was introduced in India in 1970 after the Patents Act was amended.

💊 aquatel 20mg tablet Uses & Benefits

Hypertension; cardiovascular risk reduction in patients unable to take ACE inhibitors; diabetic nephropathy.

Off-label uses: Heart failure; migraine prophylaxis; Marfan syndrome (aortic root dilation).

📋 Drug Information

Generic Name(s)	Telmisartan
Brand Name	Arbitel 20 Tablet
Manufacturer	Proqol Healthcare
Packaging / Form	Varies by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic Class	CARDIAC
Action Class	Angiotensin receptor blockers(ARB)
Route of Administration	Oral.
Storage	Store at room temperature (20-25°C); protect from moisture and light.
Shelf Life	As per manufacturer

🔬 Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionRapidly absorbed after oral administration; absolute bioavailability is about 42-58%.

DistributionExtensively distributed; volume of distribution is approximately 500 L.

Protein BindingHighly protein-bound (>99.5%), mainly to albumin and alpha-1-acid glycoprotein.

MetabolismMetabolized by conjugation to glucuronide; no significant CYP450 metabolism.

Half-LifeApproximately 24 hours.

ExcretionPrimarily excreted in feces (97%) via biliary elimination; minimal renal excretion.

Bioavailability42-58% (absolute).

Onset of ActionWithin 1-2 hours.

Peak Plasma Time0.5-1 hour after oral administration.

Duration of ActionUp to 24 hours.

How It Works

Selective angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) that blocks the binding of angiotensin II to AT1 receptor, leading to vasodilation and reduced aldosterone secretion.

Mechanism Steps

1Telmisartan binds selectively to angiotensin II type 1 (AT1) receptors on vascular smooth muscle and adrenal gland.

2Blocks the binding of angiotensin II, preventing vasoconstriction and aldosterone secretion.

3Leads to vasodilation, reduced peripheral resistance, and decreased blood pressure.

💡 How to Take aquatel 20mg tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

Dosage Timeline

🌅 Morning ✅ ☀️ Afternoon ❌ 🌆 Evening ❌ 🌙 Night ❌

⚠️ Side Effects of aquatel 20mg tablet

✅ Common Side Effects

Dizziness
Headache
Fatigue
Diarrhea
Upper respiratory tract infection
Back pain

🚨 Serious Side Effects

Angioedema
Hyperkalemia
Renal impairment
Hypotension
Syncope

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

Hepatitis
Thrombocytopenia
Rhabdomyolysis
Anaphylaxis

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

🔬 Drug Interactions

⚠️ Drug	Severity	Effect
Lithium	Moderate	Increased lithium levels and toxicity
NSAIDs	Moderate	Reduced antihypertensive effect; increased renal risk
Potassium-sparing diuretics	Moderate	Increased risk of hyperkalemia
Digoxin	Minor	Possible increased digoxin levels

🚨 Major Interactions

Aliskiren
ACE inhibitors
Potassium-sparing diuretics
Potassium supplements
Lithium

⚡ Moderate Interactions

NSAIDs
Diuretics
Antihypertensives
Digoxin

ℹ️ Minor Interactions

Warfarin
Hydrochlorothiazide

🍽️ Food Interactions

Food slightly reduces absorption; take consistently with or without food.

🍷 Alcohol Interaction

May enhance hypotensive effects; avoid excessive alcohol.

🛡️ Safety & Warnings

Liver

Low

Kidney

Low

Heart

Low

Pregnancy

Category A

🚫 Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to telmisartan; pregnancy; severe hepatic impairment; concomitant use with aliskiren in patients with diabetes or renal impairment (eGFR <60 mL/min).

📊 Monitoring Parameters

Blood pressure; renal function (serum creatinine, BUN); serum potassium; liver function tests periodically.

🤱 Lactation Safety

Not recommended; excreted in breast milk in animal studies, unknown in humans.

💊 Overdose Management

Symptomatic and supportive treatment; monitor blood pressure and heart rate; consider gastric lavage if recent ingestion; activated charcoal may reduce absorption.

⏰ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered unless near next dose; do not double dose.

👨‍⚕️ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 23, 2026

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⭐ User Reviews

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.

Trusted Reviewer Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.

Certified Buyer Jul 10, 2026