Safely Buy Micardis HCT ( Telmisartan/Hctz ) from Canada Prescriptions Plus.

Indications

Micardis HCT is a medication used to treat high blood pressure, also known as hypertension.

Micardis HCT is a combination medication that contains two active ingredients: telmisartan and hydrochlorothiazide.

Telmisartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) that helps to relax blood vessels, while hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that helps to reduce fluid buildup in the body.

Lowering high blood pressure can help prevent conditions such as strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems.

Use and Dosage

Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily. It is best to avoid taking this medication within 4 hours of your bedtime to avoid having to get up to urinate. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions about your dosing schedule.

The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.

Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day.

Keep taking this medication even if you feel well. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick. It may take up to 4 weeks before you get the full benefit of this drug.

If you also take certain drugs to lower your cholesterol (bile acid-binding resins such as cholestyramine or colestipol), take this product at least 4 hours before or at least 4 to 6 hours after these medications.

Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it worsens (such as if your blood pressure readings remain high or increase).

Side Effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

In rare cases, Micardis HCT can cause a condition that results in the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue, leading to kidney failure. Call your doctor right away if you have unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness especially if you also have fever, unusual tiredness, or dark-colored urine.

Also, call your doctor at once if you have:

• Eye pain or vision problems
• A light-headed feeling, like you might pass out
• Jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes)
• Swelling in your hands or feet or unusual weight gain
• Easy bruising or unusual bleeding
• Signs of an electrolyte imbalance–dry mouth, increased thirst, drowsiness, confusion, feeling restless, vomiting, muscle pain or weakness, lack of energy, fast heartbeats, little or no urine, or a seizure

Common side effects of Micardis HCT may include:

• Dizziness or feeling tired
• Nausea or diarrhea
• Back pain
• Cold or flu symptoms

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur.

Cautions

• Before taking this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to telmisartan or hydrochlorothiazide; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
• Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: kidney disease (such as renal artery stenosis), liver disease, bile duct blockage, dehydration, untreated electrolytes imbalance (such as low or high potassium), gout, lupus, skin cancer.
• This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you dizzier. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).
• Too much sweating, diarrhea, or vomiting may cause dehydration and increase your risk of dizziness or lightheadedness. Report prolonged diarrhea or vomiting to your doctor. Be sure to drink enough fluids to prevent dehydration unless your doctor directs you otherwise.
• Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).
• If you have diabetes, this medication may affect your blood sugar. Check your blood sugar regularly as directed and share the results with your doctor. Tell your doctor right away if you have symptoms of high blood sugar such as increased thirst/urination. Your doctor may need to adjust your diabetes medication, exercise program, or diet.
• This product may affect your potassium levels. Before using potassium supplements or salt substitutes that contain potassium, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
• This medication may make you more sensitive to the sun. It may also increase your risk for skin cancer, especially if you take it for a long time. Limit your time in the sun. Avoid tanning booths and sunlamps. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors. Tell your doctor right away if you get sunburned, have skin blisters/redness, or notice new or changed moles/skin lesions.
• Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially dizziness and changes in the amount of urine (kidney problems).
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. You should not become pregnant while using telmisartan/hydrochlorothiazide. Telmisartan may harm an unborn baby. If you become pregnant, talk to your doctor right away about the risks and benefits of this medication. (See also Warning section.)
• This medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Form and Strengths

Micardis HCT is available in the following forms and strengths:

• Micardis HCT Tablet:
  • 40/12.5 mg
  • 80/12.5 mg
  • 80/25 mg
• Telmisartan/Hctz Tablet:
  • 40/12.5 mg
  • 80/12.5 mg
  • 80/25 mg

FAQ

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the medicine as soon as you can but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not take two doses at one time.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention.

Overdose symptoms may include fast or slow heart rate, feeling light-headed, or fainting.

What should I avoid while taking Micardis HCT?

Hydrochlorothiazide may increase your risk of skin cancer. Avoid sunlight or tanning beds. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors. Your doctor may want you to have skin examinations regularly.

Do not use potassium supplements or salt substitutes unless your doctor has told you to.

Drinking alcohol can further lower your blood pressure and may cause side effects. Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise, in hot weather, or by not drinking enough fluids.

Resources:

1. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-20318/micardis-hct-oral/details
2. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/micardis-hct.html#side-effects
3. https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/lookup.cfm?setid=b078dae2-664d-4144-847a-3b9d9b557402