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What is Micardis Hct: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated Jan 13, 2021  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

Micardis Hct overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • Telmisartan/hydroCHLOROthiazide, Micardis HCT

Generic Names:

  • Telmisartan-Hctz

Uses:

  • Treats high blood pressure. This medicine contains an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and a diuretic (water pill).

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Angiotensin II Receptor Antagonist/Thiazide Combination

Forms:

  • Tablet

How it’s taken:

  • By mouth

What is Micardis Hct used for?

Telmisartan-HCTZ is used to treat hypertension. It is a combination of an angiotensin receptor blocker, telmisartan, and a diuretic, hydrochlorothiazide. Telmisartan relaxes blood vessels while hydrochlorothiazide helps the body remove fluid. These drugs work together to reduce high blood pressure. It is indicated for use by adults as a tablet.

What form(s) does Micardis Hct come in

  • Tablet

What are common Micardis Hct doses?

  • Tablet 80-12.5MG

  • Tablet 80-25MG

  • Tablet 40-12.5MG

Common Micardis Hct prescriptions

  • Micardis HCT
    40-12.5mg tablet

  • Micardis HCT
    80-12.5mg tablet

  • Micardis HCT
    80-25mg tablet

How to take Micardis Hct

  • Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.

  • Swallow the tablet whole. Do not break, crush, or chew it.

  • Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

  • Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

  • Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not remove a tablet from the blister pack until you are ready take your medicine.

  • Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.

  • Swallow the tablet whole. Do not break, crush, or chew it.

  • Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

  • Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not remove a tablet from the blister pack until you are ready take your medicine.

  • Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

Micardis Hct contraindications

  • This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to telmisartan, hydrochlorothiazide, or a sulfa drug, or if you are pregnant or not able to urinate.

Micardis Hct warnings

  • Trouble seeing, eye pain

  • Rapid weight gain, swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

  • Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

  • This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Wear sunscreen. Do not use sunlamps or tanning beds.

  • Drink plenty of fluids if you exercise, sweat more than usual, or have diarrhea or vomiting while you are using this medicine.

  • Do not stop using the medicine without asking your doctor, even if you feel well. This medicine will not cure your high blood pressure, but it will help keep it in the normal range. You may have to take blood pressure medicine for the rest of your life.

  • This medicine could lower your blood pressure too much, especially when you first use it or if you are dehydrated. Stand or sit up slowly if you feel lightheaded or dizzy. Do not drive or do anything that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.

  • This medicine is not safe to take during pregnancy, especially in your second or third trimester. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.

  • Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, or if you have kidney problems, liver disease, congestive heart failure, diabetes, glaucoma, gout, high cholesterol, lupus or a similar disorder, trouble urinating, or a history of asthma or allergies.

  • This medicine may cause the following problems:Kidney problemsEye or vision problems, including glaucoma, myopiaChanges in blood sugar levelsHigh cholesterol, fats, or uric acid in the bloodIncreased risk of skin cancer

Micardis Hct interactions

  • If you also use cholestyramine or colestipol, take these at least 4 to 6 hours before or 4 hours after you take this medicine.

  • Alcohol, narcotic pain medicine, or sleeping pills may cause you to feel more lightheaded, dizzy, or faint when used with this medicine.

  • Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

  • Do not use this medicine together with aliskiren if you have diabetes or kidney disease.

  • Some foods and medicines can affect how telmisartan/hydrochlorothiazide works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:Aliskiren, cholestyramine, colestipol, digoxin, lithiumOther blood pressure medicine, including ACE inhibitors (including ramipril)Diuretic (water pill)Insulin or other diabetes medicineNSAIDs (including aspirin, celecoxib, diclofenac, ibuprofen, naproxen)Steroid medicine

  • Ask your doctor before you use any medicine, supplement, or salt substitute that contains potassium.

Micardis Hct side effects

Serious Side Effects

  • Change in how much or how often you urinate

  • Sores, reddish patch or irritated area, shiny bump, pink growth, or white, yellow or waxy scar-like area on the skin

  • Joint pain

  • Confusion, weakness, trouble breathing, numbness in your hands, feet, or lips

  • Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing

  • Dry mouth, increased thirst, muscle cramps or twitching, nausea or vomiting

  • Blistering, peeling, or red skin rash

  • Lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting

  • Trouble seeing, eye pain

  • Fast or uneven heartbeat

  • Rapid weight gain, swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet

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