Application
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure(hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Telmisartan belongs to a class of drugs calledangiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily.
General Description
Telmisartan sold under the trade name Micardis among others, is an angiotensin receptor blocker used in the management of high blood pressure. It was discovered by Boehringer Ingelheim and launched in 1999.