I have been using Telmisartan (Micardis) since December 2008. My blood pressure is under control and normal, and I have had no side effects from this drug. Previously I was taking Lisinopril which caused severe coughing spells, which my doctor thought was due to asthma and bronchitis. I switched from Lisinopril to Telmisartan and both the asthma and coughing spells went away.
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I have been on this med for 5 weeks along with my other Bd Pr med. and I take my old med in the morning it works, I take the new med at night and it does not keep my Bd Pr down. Also experiencing muscle aches and pain and developed a heel spur. It messes with my mind and causes depression.
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pascual | 55-64 | Male | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
11/26/2007
Condition: High Blood Pressure
Overall rating 5.0
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queen | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
11/25/2007
Condition: High Blood Pressure
Overall rating 1.0
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I have not felt well wit this rx. Increased urine (not taking rx w/diuretic); burning with urination; chest pain; heavy chest; exhaustion.
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