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- High blood pressure (hypertension) is designated as either essential (primary) hypertension or secondary hypertension and is defined as a consistently elevated blood pressure exceeding 140/90 mm Hg.
- High blood pressure is called "the silent killer" because it often causes no symptoms for many years, even decades, until it finally damages certain critical organs.
- Poorly controlled high blood pressure ultimately can cause damage to blood vessels in the eye, thickening of the heart muscle and heart attacks, hardening of the arteries (arteriosclerosis), kidney failure, and strokes.
- Most antihypertensive medications can be used alone or in combination. Some are used only in combination. Some are preferred over others in certain specific medical situations. And some are not to be used (contraindicated) in other situations.
- Several classes of antihypertensive medications are available, including ACE i...
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Micardis Drug Center
Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP
Micardis (telmisartan) is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It is sometimes given together with other blood pressure medications. It is also used to reduce the risk of stroke, heart attack, or death from heart problems in people who are at least 55 years old with risk factors for serious heart disorders. Micardis is in a group of drugs called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. Common side effects include dizziness, lightheadedness, blurred vision, or back pain as your body adjusts to the medication.
Dosage of Micardis is individualized. The usual starting dose is 40 mg once a day. Micardis may interact with diuretics (water pills), or digoxin. Tell your doctor all medications you are taking. Micardis is not recommended for use during pregnancy due to the risk for harm to a fetus. It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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Micardis Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage
Hypertension
MICARDIS is indicated for the treatment of hypertension. It may be used alone or in combination with other antihypertensive agents [see Clinical Studies].
Cardiovascular Risk Reduction
MICARDIS is indicated for reduction of the risk of myocardial infarction, stroke, or death from cardiovascular causes in patients 55 years of age or older at high risk of developing major cardiovascular events who are unable to take ACE inhibitors.
High risk for cardiovascular events can be evidenced by a history of coronary artery dise...
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Micardis Patient Information: Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
In rare cases, telmisartan can cause a condition that results in the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue, leading to kidney failure. Call your doctor right away if you have muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness especially if you also have fever, nausea or vomiting, and dark colored urine.
Call your doctor at once if you have any other serious side effects, such as:
- feeling like you might pass out; ...
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Micardis Consumer Information: Uses
This drug is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure reduction helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the hormone angiotensin thereby relaxing blood vessels, causing them to widen. Telmisartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers.
OTHER USES: This section contains uses of this drug that are not listed in the approved professional labeling for the drug but that may be prescribed by your health care professional. Use this drug for a condition that...
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