Micardis (Telmisartan) 20mg, 40mg, 80mg

Last updated on February 16th, 2024

Generic name: Telmisartan

Brand name: Micardis

General Information:

Micardis is prescribed to cure high blood pressure. This medicine acts by blocking the hormone angiotensin thereby relaxing blood vessels, widening them. Controlling high blood pressure will help you to avoid strokes, kidney problems, heart attacks. Micardis may also be used to treat congestive heart failure and to help protect the kidneys due to diabetes.

Your doctor may prescribe this remedy for other purposes. Contact your physician if you need to learn more information about this drug.

Don’t stop treatment with Micardis earlier than it was prescribed by your doctor even if you notice improvements of your condition. Stopping the medication too early may worsen your condition. Be careful about doing dangerous tasks, driving, operating machinery or climbing until you are aware how this drug affects you. Don’t drink alcohol. Always contact a medic before giving Micardis to a child.

What symptoms or conditions should I report to a doctor before I take this medicine?

It is important to report to a doctor if you have or had the following conditions:

  •     an unusual or allergic reaction to Micardis, ACE inhibitors such as captopril, lisinopril, other dyes, foods, medicines or preservatives
  •     kidney or liver disease
  •     heart problems
  •     diabetes (poorly controlled)
  •     high blood levels of potassium
  •     severe dehydration (and loss of electrolytes such as sodium)

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How do I take this medicine?

Note: This remedy was prescribed to you only. Don’t share this medicament with others. Follow strictly your doctor’s recommendations. Don’t take more or longer than your doctor recommended.

Micardis is taken orally with or without food. Take this drug  regularly to get the maximum benefit from it. Take the doses at regular intervals.

Overdosage:

Taking any medicine in large doses you can have serious consequences for your health. If you feel an overdose, contact your health care professional instantly.

In large doses, this remedy may cause the following conditions:

  • fast or slow heartbeat
  • feeling like you might pass out
  • dizziness

What should be done if I missed the dose?

In case you forgot to take the dose, take it at your earliest opportunity. Never double your dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Take only one dose at once.

Interactions:

  • digoxin (Lanoxin, digitalis)
  • a diuretic (water pill)

This list of interactions may be not complete. Provide your medical practitioners entire list of medicines, herbs, dietary supplements or non-prescription drugs you take. Moreover tell them whether you drink alcohol, use illegal drugs or smoke. Particular items may interact with your drug.

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Side Effects:

Contact your physician immediately if you notice any of the following

Serious side effects:

  • allergy like skin rash, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, hives, itching, difficulty breathing
  • decreased sexual ability
  • fainting
  • change in the amount of urine

Less serious side effects:

  • back pain
  • weakness
  • dizziness
  • blurred vision
  • increased sweating
  • lightheadedness
  • tired feeling

This list of side effects may be not complete, others may occur. Inform your medical practitioners about all side effects you experience.

Important Information:

If you are going to have surgery, inform your surgeon that you are taking this drug. Avoid potassium supplements or salt substitutes, unless your physician recommends you. Follow your doctor’s instructions about diet.

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, breast-feeding or trying to get pregnant. Avoid standing or sitting up quickly, moreover if you are an older patient. This decreases the dizzy or fainting spells risk.

Storage:

Micardis should be stored at room temperature, in a tightly closed container. Protect from moisture, direct heat, and light. Do not store in the bathroom or near a sink. Keep Micardis out of the reach of children and away from animals.

Warning: Before taking the drug you need to consult your doctor. The information contained in this article is not intended to cover all possible precautions, drug interactions, adverse effects, directions, uses, allergic reactions or warnings.

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