Telmisartan: Quick Summary
Uses, dosage, interactions & important warnings
Drug Name
Telmisartan
Drug Class
Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker (ARB)
Uses
Reduce High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Side Effects
Dizziness,
Low blood pressure,
Diarrhea,
Back pain,
Fatigue,
Increased potassium,
Changes kidney function.
Common Strengths
20 mg, 40 mg and 80 mg
How to Take
With or without food
Common Combinations
Amlodipine, hydrochlorothiazide & other suitable antihypertensives
Combination to Avoid
ACE inhibitor + telmisartan is generally not recommended
⚠️ Important Interaction:
NSAIDs such as ibuprofen, diclofenac and naproxen may reduce the blood-pressure-lowering effect of telmisartan and may increase the risk of kidney problems in susceptible patients.
NSAIDs such as ibuprofen, diclofenac and naproxen may reduce the blood-pressure-lowering effect of telmisartan and may increase the risk of kidney problems in susceptible patients.
🤰 Pregnancy Warning:
Telmisartan should not be used during pregnancy because medicines that act on the renin–angiotensin system can cause serious fetal harm.
Telmisartan should not be used during pregnancy because medicines that act on the renin–angiotensin system can cause serious fetal harm.