Feb 10, 2020 · Angiotensin II acts as a vasoconstrictor
Micardis is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (sometimes called an ARB)
Telmisartan (Micardis) is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB)
Telmisartan is used alone or together with other medicines to treat high blood pressure (hypertension)
It works by blocking the action of certain natural substances that tighten the blood vessels
Telmisartan, sold under the brand name Micardis among others, is a medication used to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, and diabetic kidney disease
MICARDIS is available as tablets for oral administration, containing 20 mg, 40 mg or 80 mg of telmisartan
The usual starting dose of MICARDIS tablets is 40 mg orally once a day