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Is Micardis a good blood pressure medicine?
Telmisartan (Micardis) is a good blood pressure-lowering medication that protects your heart and kidneys.
What are the side effects of CO-Micardis?
Common side effects of Micardis include:
- dizziness,
- lightheadedness,
- blurred vision, or.
- back pain as your body adjusts to the medication.
- Other side effects of Micardis include stuffy nose,
- sinus pain,
- cough,
- stomach pain,
Is co-Micardis a diuretic?
CO-MICARDIS is a combination of an angiotensin II receptor antagonist, telmisartan, and a thiazide diuretic, hydrochlorothiazide.
How long should I take Micardis?
Continue taking Micardis for as long as your doctor tells you. Micardis helps to control your high blood pressure, and/or prevents you from developing cardiovascular complications, but does not cure it. It is important to keep taking Micardis every day even if you feel well.
Can I just stop taking Micardis?
You can stop taking the blood pressure drug Micardis HCT (telmisartan and hydrochlorothiazide) when you and your doctor together decide it is time for you to stop. Do not stop taking Micardis HCT without consulting your doctor.
What is the best time to take Micardis?
Take Micardis at about the same time each day, either morning or evening. Taking it at the same time each day will have the best effect. It will also help you remember when to take it. It does not matter if you take Micardis before or after food.
Can Micardis cause weight gain?
swelling in your feet or ankles, rapid weight gain; unusual pain or tightness in your lower body; a skin ulcer; or. high potassium level–nausea, weakness, tingly feeling, chest pain, irregular heartbeats, loss of movement.
What happens if you stop taking Micardis?
If you stop taking it suddenly: Stopping this drug suddenly can cause your blood pressure to spike. This can increase your risk for heart attack or stroke. To reduce the risk of a heart attack, stroke, or death: Do not stop taking telmisartan without talking to your doctor.
What happens if I stop taking Micardis?
Is 20mg Micardis effective?
The usually effective dose is 40 mg once daily. Some patients may already benefit at a daily dose of 20 mg. In cases where the target blood pressure is not achieved, the dose of telmisartan can be increased to a maximum of 80 mg once daily.
Why is Micardis prescribed?
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Telmisartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.