Micardis 80mg is a prescription medication containing the active ingredient telmisartan, primarily used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and reduce the risk of cardiovascular events like heart attacks or strokes in high-risk adults. It belongs to a class of drugs known as angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs).
Essential Drug Information
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How it works: Telmisartan blocks a hormone called angiotensin II, which naturally tightens blood vessels. By blocking this hormone, the medication relaxes and widens the blood vessels, enabling blood to flow more smoothly and lowering your blood pressure.
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Common uses: It is prescribed for essential hypertension (high blood pressure with no obvious cause) and to prevent cardiovascular problems in patients with history of blood clots, stroke, or type-2 diabetes with organ damage.
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Typical dosage: For cardiovascular protection, the standard dose is 80mg once daily. For hypertension, doctors usually start at 40mg but may escalate it to 80 mg if target blood pressure is not reached. It should be taken at the same time every day, with or without food.
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Liver adjustments: If you suffer from mild to moderate liver dysfunction, your daily dosage should typically not exceed 40mg.
