Review the side-effects of Telmisartan as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common- Headache, dizziness and diarrhea.
Body as a Whole- Allergy, fever, leg pain and uneasiness.
Heart- Palpitations, chest pain, fast heart rate, leg swelling and abnormal ECG.
Central Nervous System- Sleeplessness, drowsiness, headache, unsteadiness, tingling, involuntary muscle contractions, decreased sensitivity, impotence, increased sweating flushing, anxiety, depression and nervousness.
Gastrointestinal- Flatulence, constipation, stomach inflammation, vomiting, dry mouth, gastro esophageal reflux, tooth pain and nonspecific gastrointestinal disorders.
Metabolic- Increased cholesterol level in blood and sugar.
Musculoskeletal- Joint inflammation/pain and leg cramps.
Immunity- Fungal infection, abscess and ear inflammation.
Respiratory- Asthma, difficulty in breathing, nosebleed and inflammation of bronchus/nose.
Skin - Skin inflammation, rash, redness and itching.
Genitourinary- Increased urination frequency and bladder inflammation.
Eye and ENT- Abnormal vision, eye inflammation, ringing in the ear and ear pain.
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If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common- Headache, dizziness and diarrhea.
Body as a Whole- Allergy, fever, leg pain and uneasiness.
Heart- Palpitations, chest pain, fast heart rate, leg swelling and abnormal ECG.
Central Nervous System- Sleeplessness, drowsiness, headache, unsteadiness, tingling, involuntary muscle contractions, decreased sensitivity, impotence, increased sweating flushing, anxiety, depression and nervousness.
Gastrointestinal- Flatulence, constipation, stomach inflammation, vomiting, dry mouth, gastro esophageal reflux, tooth pain and nonspecific gastrointestinal disorders.
Metabolic- Increased cholesterol level in blood and sugar.
Musculoskeletal- Joint inflammation/pain and leg cramps.
Immunity- Fungal infection, abscess and ear inflammation.
Respiratory- Asthma, difficulty in breathing, nosebleed and inflammation of bronchus/nose.
Skin - Skin inflammation, rash, redness and itching.
Genitourinary- Increased urination frequency and bladder inflammation.
Eye and ENT- Abnormal vision, eye inflammation, ringing in the ear and ear pain.
Other Precautions :
Monitor blood pressure, blood electrolyte levels, heart, kidney or liver function regularly while taking this medication.Drug Name : Telmisartan
Telmisartan(Micardis) generic is angiotensin receptor blocker (ARBs), prescribed for hypertension. It works by relaxing blood vessels.Trade Names for Telmisartan
India :
Ramtel (2.5mg/40mg) |
Ramtel (5mg/40mg) |
Ramtel-H (5mg/40mg/12.5mg) |
TELMIRISE 40 TABLET |
TELMIRISE 80 TABLET |
TELMIRISE-AM 40 TABLET |
TELMIRISE-H 40 TABLET |
TELMIRISE-M 50 TABLET |
Sarnext - 40 Tab. |
Sarnext - C Tab. |
Sarnext - C Forte Tab. |
Sarnext - 80 C Forte Tab. |
Sarnext - 20 Tab. |
Sarnext - 80 Tab. |
TEKFIX |
Amodep-TM (5mg/40mg) |
Stamlo-T (5mg/40mg) |
Cilacar-T (10mg/40mg) |
Cilacar-T (10mg/80mg) |
Cilacar-TC (10mg/40mg/6.25mg)
International :
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