Cortel H 80 Tablet contains Telmisartan (80mg) + Hydrochlorothiazide (12.5mg). It is marketed by Corona Remedies Ltd and comes as 1 strip of 10 tablet. The MRP at Caspian Pharmacy, Vijay Nagar Colony, Hyderabad is ₹132.52 (₹13.25 per tablet).
What it costs you in a month
About ₹397.50 for 30 days at MRP.
About Telmisartan
Medically reviewed by Dr Khizer Hussain Junaidy, MD Pharmacology, Diabetologist & Bariatric Physician, on 23 Oct 2026.
What it is for
Lowers blood pressure. It also lowers the risk of heart attack and stroke in people at high risk. In diabetes, it may help protect the kidneys.
How to take it
Take it once a day at the same time, with or without food.
Common side effects
Dizziness when standing up quickly, mostly in the first days.
High potassium in some people.
Call your doctor if
You become pregnant or plan a pregnancy. It must be changed.
Swelling of the face, lips or tongue.
Very low urine output, or severe vomiting and diarrhoea.
Take care
Not for use in pregnancy. Avoid potassium salt substitutes unless the doctor says so. Avoid regular painkillers like diclofenac or ibuprofen unless the doctor agrees.
From our clinic: Your doctor will check kidney tests and potassium after starting or changing the dose.
About Hydrochlorothiazide
Medically reviewed by Dr Khizer Hussain Junaidy, MD Pharmacology, Diabetologist & Bariatric Physician, on 23 Oct 2026.
What it is for
A water tablet (diuretic) that lowers BP. Often combined with telmisartan, olmesartan or losartan.
How to take it
Take it in the morning, so you do not need to pass urine at night.
Common side effects
Passing more urine.
Low sodium or potassium.
Higher uric acid or sugar in some people.
Call your doctor if
Muscle cramps, weakness or confusion.
Severe dizziness.
Take care
Tell the doctor about gout.
From our clinic: Blood salts (sodium, potassium) are checked after starting.
General information for patients, not a substitute for your doctor's advice. Your dose and plan may differ.
Same salt and strength, other brands
Ask your doctor or our pharmacist before switching brands. We never switch without asking you.
Details are taken from the maker's pack listing and our billing system. Prices are MRP and may change. This page is not medical advice: do not start, stop or switch a medicine without your doctor. Page updated 23 Oct 2026.