Drug Details
Therapeutic Class:
Angiotensin II receptor antagonists
Forms:
Tablet
Administration:
By mouth
Therapeutic Uses:
- To lower blood pressure in people with high blood pressure
- To reduce cardiovascular morbidity in high-risk individuals
Controlled Status:
Not a controlled substance
Telmisartan (Micardis) Drug Class
Telmisartan (tell-mih-sar-tan) is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB).
Telmisartan (Micardis) Age Range
Telmisartan is approved for use in adults. The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established in children.
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