Micardis: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Micardis Benefits

Micardis is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Heart Failure
High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Other Benefits

Micardis Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Micardis Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Micardis is used -

Severe

Bradycardia

Mild

Fatigue
Weakness
Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Headache

Common

Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Nausea or vomiting
Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)

Micardis Related Warnings

Is the use of Micardis safe for pregnant women?

Severe
Is the use of Micardis safe during breastfeeding?

Mild
What is the effect of Micardis on the Kidneys?

Safe
What is the effect of Micardis on the Liver?

Mild
What is the effect of Micardis on the Heart?

Mild

Severe Interaction of Micardis with Other Drugs

Micardis should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Aliskiren

Moderate

Acarbose

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Phenylephrine

Dextromethorphan

Guaifenesin

Mild

Amlodipine

Micardis Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Micardis unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Angioedema
Hyperkalemia
Drug Allergy

How to use Micardis?

General precautions for Micardis

Frequently asked Questions about Micardis

Question over 5 years ago

Does Micardis cause cough?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Micardis may cause a cough on rare occasions. If you experience a cough while taking Micardis, please talk to your doctor immediately.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Micardis bad for kidneys?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

No, Micardis is not bad for kidneys. In fact, it protects the kidneys, thus, it is suitable for people with diabetes and mild-to-moderate kidney disease.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Micardis work

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Micardis contains telmisartan which is an antihypertensive drug that works by preventing a chemical (angiotensin II) to bind with a receptor. This causes relaxation of blood vessels, it also prevents the synthesis and release of aldosterone (a hormone whose hyperactivity results in high blood pressure). In this way Micardis decreases the blood pressure.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Micardis?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Micardis is available in the form of tablets. A tablet is usually taken once a day, with or without food because food affects the absorption of this drug. It should be taken at exactly the same time every time to avoid skipping the dose. Micardis might start showing the effects between 2 to 4 weeks, therefore, it is important to continue taking it even when you feel well. One should take Micardis exactly as prescribed by their doctor.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Micardis?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Micardis is the brand name for telmisartan. It belongs to a group of medications known as angiotensin II receptor blockers. It is available in the form of tablets. Micardis is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.