Generics
Telmisartan
Used For
Hypertension
Side Effects
Common: Symptoms of infection (e.g., urinary tract infections including cystitis), upper respiratory tract infections including pharyngitis and sinusitis, abdominal pain, diarrhea, dyspepsia, eczema, arthralgia, back pain (e.g., sciatica), muscle spasms or pain in extremity, myalgia, chest pain and influenza-like illness.Uncommon: Anxiety, visual disturbance, vertigo, dry mouth, flatulence, hyperhidrosis and tendonitis.Rare: Stomach discomfort.
Drug Interactions
Digoxin , potassium-sparing diuretics, potassium supplements, salt substitutes , heparin, immunosuppresor (cyclosporine or tacrolimus), trimethoprim, ACE inhibitors, angiotensin II receptors antagonist, NSAIDS , lithium.
Indication
Telmisartan is indicated for the treatment of essential hypertension. It may be used alone or in combination with other antihypertensive agents.




