Warnings and Precautions With Telmisartan/Hydrochlorothiazide

Before starting any medication, it's important to be aware of the relevant precautions and warnings. With telmisartan/hydrochlorothiazide, certain side effects are possible, including extreme low blood pressure, electrolyte imbalance, or decreased kidney function. Precautions and warnings with telmisartan/hydrochlorothiazide also extend to people who are allergic to any components of the medication, have severe liver or kidney disease, or are allergic to sulfonamide-derived drugs.

Telmisartan and Hydrochlorothiazide

Telmisartan/Hydrochlorothiazide: What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?

You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to taking

telmisartan/hydrochlorothiazide (Micardis HCT^®) if you have:

Heart disease, including congestive heart failure
Liver disease, including cirrhosis
Gallstones or other gallbladder problems
Kidney disease or kidney failure
Systemic lupus erythematosus (lupus or SLE for short)
Gout
Diabetes
High cholesterol
Pancreatitis
Allergies
Asthma
Fluid or electrolyte problems
Any allergies, including allergies to other angiotensin II receptor blockers, sulfa drugs, foods, dyes, or preservatives.

Also, let your healthcare provider know if you:

Are pregnant or trying to become pregnant
Are on dialysis
Drink alcohol regularly
Are breastfeeding.

Tell your healthcare provider about all other medicines you may currently be taking, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

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