Common Questions about Telmisartan (Micardis)

Is telmisartan a beta blocker?

No, telmisartan is not a beta blocker. It belongs to a group of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). Both beta blockers and ARBs are used to treat high blood pressure, but they work differently. Your doctor will choose the best blood pressure medicine for you.

What is the best time to take telmisartan?

The best time to take telmisartan is at bedtime. Telmisartan can cause drowsiness and dizziness. These side effects are less likely to be bothersome if you take the medicine just before retiring. However, you can take telmisartan at any time of the day, with or without food. Take your medicine consistently at the same time every day.

How much BP does telmisartan 40 mg reduce?

Studies have shown that at doses ranging between 20 mg and 80 mg, telmisartan can reduce systolic blood pressure by 13 mmHg and diastolic blood pressure by 8 mmHg.

Can you drink alcohol on telmisartan?

It is best to avoid alcohol while on telmisartan. Alcohol can make side effects like dizziness, lightheadedness, and drowsiness worse, putting you at risk of falls, accidents, and injuries.

Does telmisartan make you pee a lot?

Telmisartan should not make you pee a lot. It is not a diuretic (water pill).

What is the price of telmisartan without insurance?

Without insurance, telmisartan can be as high as $429.99, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $42.67 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. While generics tend to have the best savings, you can also use your BuzzRx card and coupons to purchase brand-name versions. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescription drugs—whether you have insurance or not.

What is the price of telmisartan with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on telmisartan—Copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for telmisartan. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medicine, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.