Micardis Drug Interactions

When medicines such as diuretics or digoxin are taken with Micardis, drug interactions can potentially occur. Some interactions may significantly increase the drug levels in your blood, while others may decrease your blood pressure too much or cause your body to metabolize the medicines differently than intended. Other medicines that may potentially cause Micardis drug interactions include potassium-sparing diuretics, warfarin, and potassium supplements.

 

Micardis Drug Interactions: An Overview

Micardis® (telmisartan) can potentially interact with a number of other medicines. Some of these Micardis interactions can include:
 

More Detail About Micardis Interactions

 
Diuretics
When you are taking Micardis with a diuretic, your
 blood pressure may decrease too much. This is more likely to occur when Micardis is first started. In order to decrease the chances of developing this Micardis interaction, your healthcare provider may change the dosages of either medicine, start you on a lower dose of Micardis, and monitor you more closely.
 
Potassium Supplements
If you are taking a potassium supplement with Micardis, the levels of potassium in your blood may become too high. This can cause serious problems. For your particular situation, talk to your healthcare provider about using potassium and Micardis together.
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;