Micardis
Telmisartan 20mg, 40mg and 80mg tablets, used in the management of hypertension. A sartan that blocks angiotensin II at the AT1 receptor.
- Category
- Heart & Blood Pressure
- Active ingredient
- Telmisartan
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 20 · 40 · 80mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Micardis on your behalf.
- Condition
- Hypertension
- Therapeutic class
- Angiotensin II Receptor Antagonist
- Pharmacological class
- Sartan
- Known off-label uses
- cardiovascular risk reduction
- Precautions and warnings
- monitor renal function; may cause dizziness; consider effect on potassium levels
- Minor side effects
- dizziness; fatigue; back pain
- Moderate side effects
- hyperkalaemia; hypotension; impaired renal function
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Boehringer Ingelheim
- Onset time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 30°C.
- Drug interactions
- potassium-sparing diuretics; potassium supplements; lithium; aliskiren
- Age restrictions
- Not recommended for children under 18 years.
Contraindications
severe hepatic impairment; biliary obstruction; pregnancy; co-administration with aliskiren in patients with diabetes
Serious side effects
angioedema, requires immediate medical attention; acute renal failure, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Telmisartan 20mg, 40mg and 80mg tablets, used in the management of hypertension. A sartan that blocks angiotensin II at the AT1 receptor.
Mechanism of action
Telmisartan is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist that blocks the binding of angiotensin II to the AT1 receptor, resulting in reduced vasoconstriction and aldosterone secretion, thereby lowering blood pressure.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Contraindicated as it may cause damage to the developing foetus. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Micardis contains telmisartan to help manage hypertension and essential hypertension. This medication is supplied as a tablet in strengths of 20, 40, and 80mg. It serves as a standard treatment option for those seeking consistent blood pressure management, providing a reliable approach to this routine condition using a well-known active ingredient.
Buying Micardis online
Generic telmisartan, largely manufactured in India, provides a more affordable alternative to the original brand. You can order your required supply online for delivery across Thailand and the rest of Asia.
Is Micardis the original brand?
Yes, Micardis is the originator brand name, made by Boehringer Ingelheim. Yasabai uses it to identify the medicine; what you receive is a generic with the same active ingredient (telmisartan) at the same dose, mostly a recognised Indian branded generic. The exact brand depends on stock.
What is the price of Micardis?
The price varies with strength and pack size. Micardis comes in 20, 40 and 80mg strengths, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets, and the price per tablet for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tablet. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
What conditions is Micardis used for?
Micardis contains telmisartan, used for hypertension. Telmisartan is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist that blocks the binding of angiotensin II to the AT1 receptor, resulting in reduced vasoconstriction and aldosterone secretion, thereby lowering blood pressure.
When does Micardis start working?
Telmisartan usually starts to work within 1 to 2 hours, and its effect lasts about 24 hours. How quickly it works can differ from one person to another.
Does Micardis have side effects?
Yes. The common side effects of telmisartan are dizziness, fatigue and back pain. Less common ones include hyperkalaemia, hypotension and impaired renal function. Serious but less common side effects include angioedema and acute renal failure, which need urgent medical attention.
What does Micardis interact with?
Telmisartan can interact with potassium-sparing diuretics, potassium supplements, lithium and aliskiren. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start Micardis.
Do I need a prescription to buy Micardis in Thailand?
No. In Thailand telmisartan is sold by pharmacists without a prescription, and Yasabai does not ask for one either. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I order Micardis online for delivery in Thailand?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Thailand and across Asia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Micardis is the originator brand name, made by Boehringer Ingelheim. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Boehringer Ingelheim and do not ship the original Micardis.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Telmisartan) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.