Micatel 80 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 21.00 (3 x 7: ৳ 441.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 147.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Telmisartan |
| Company | Radiant pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- Micatel Tablets
Categories
- Hypertension Medication
- Cardiovascular Prevention
- Angiotensin-ll Receptor Blocker
Description
- Micatel is indicated for the treatment of essential hypertension in adults and the reduction of cardiovascular morbidity in adults with atherothrombotic cardiovascular disease or type 2 diabetes mellitus with documented target organ damage.
Dosage and Administration
- Usual starting dose of 40 mg once a day
- Blood pressure response is dose-related over the range of 20 to 80 mg
- Antihypertensive effect is apparent within 2 weeks
- May be administered with other antihypertensive agents
- May be administered with or without food
- Initial therapy with Telmisartan is not recommended in patients ≥75 years old or with hepatic impairment
Pharmacology
- Telmisartan is a non-peptide angiotensin-ll receptor antagonist
- Blocks the vasoconstrictor and aldosterone secreting effects of angiotensin-ll by selectively blocking the binding of angiotensin-ll to the AT1 receptor
- Greater affinity for the AT1 receptor than for the AT2 receptor
Interaction
- Increased risk of renal impairment and loss of antihypertensive effect with NSAIDs
- Co-administration with aliskiren with Micatel in patients with diabetes should be avoided
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to this product or any of its components
Side Effects
- Common side effects include sinus pain and congestion, back pain, diarrhea for hypertensive patients
- Common side effects for patients of cardiovascular risk reduction include intermittent claudication and skin ulcer
Pregnancy and Lactation
- Pregnancy Category C (first trimester) and D (second and third trimester)
- Potential for adverse effects on the nursing infant
Precautions and Warnings
- Avoid fetal or neonatal exposure
- Hypotension
- Monitor carefully in patients with impaired hepatic or renal function
- Avoid concomitant use of an ACE inhibitor and angiotensin receptor blocker
Overdose Effects
- Most likely manifestation of overdosage would be hypotension, dizziness, tachycardia, and increase in serum creatinine
Therapeutic Class
- Angiotensin-ll receptor blocker
Storage Conditions
- Do not store above 30°C
- Protect from light and high humidity
- Keep out of the reach of children