{"product_id":"co-micardis-80-12-5mg-tablets-28-s","title":"Co-Micardis 80\/12.5mg Tablets 28's","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCo-Micardis 80\/12.5\u003c\/b\u003e is a prescription combination medication containing \u003cb\u003e80 mg of telmisartan\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003e12.5 mg of hydrochlorothiazide\u003c\/b\u003e, primarily used to treat \u003cb\u003eessential hypertension (high blood pressure)\u003c\/b\u003e. It is typically prescribed to adults whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled by telmisartan alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe medication combines two active ingredients that lower blood pressure through different mechanisms:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eTelmisartan (80 mg)\u003c\/b\u003e: An angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB). It blocks a natural substance that constricts blood vessels, allowing the vessels to relax and widen. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eHydrochlorothiazide (12.5 mg)\u003c\/b\u003e: A thiazide diuretic (\"water pill\"). It helps the kidneys remove extra water and salt through urine, reducing overall fluid volume in the blood vessels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Usage \u0026amp; Administration\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eDosage\u003c\/b\u003e: The standard dose is \u003cb\u003eone tablet daily\u003c\/b\u003e, taken at the same time each day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003c\/b\u003e: It can be taken \u003cb\u003ewith or without food\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage\u003c\/b\u003e: Keep tablets in their original blister pack until right before use to protect them from moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eImportant Safety Considerations\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePregnancy Warning\u003c\/b\u003e: This drug can cause \u003cb\u003eserious or fatal harm to an unborn baby\u003c\/b\u003e. Stop taking it immediately and contact your doctor if you suspect pregnancy. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eSide Effects\u003c\/b\u003e: Common side effects include dizziness, lightheadedness, or increased urination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eMonitoring\u003c\/b\u003e: Your doctor may regularly check your kidney function and blood electrolyte levels (such as potassium) while you are on this medication.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Optum Health Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47635066061100,"sku":null,"price":4190.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/6895\/7484\/files\/prescription-required.png?v=1745497922","url":"https:\/\/optumhealthpharmacy.com\/products\/co-micardis-80-12-5mg-tablets-28-s","provider":"Optum Health Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}