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Micardis and Headaches: What Users Say

Headaches: mentioned by 3 users (7.1%)

Based on user experiences from 42 Micardis reviews, the following table shows the most commonly mentioned side effects.

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dizziness 28.6%
insomnia 11.9%
pain 11.9%
irritability 9.5%
chest pain 7.1%
headaches 7.1%

Reviews for Micardis

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Commonly mentioned side effects
  • Jus...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • September 9, 2019

For High Blood Pressure "I was prescribed 20 mg of Micardis and, like many, experienced lightheadedness, dizziness, and back pain. It also caused my throat to swell, mild nausea, vision problems, chest tightness, heartburn, the feeling I was going to faint, flushing, and pressure in my head. Basically, my blood pressure medication made me feel like I was going to have a heart attack and stroke. I stopped taking it 4 days ago and still have these symptoms. Time will tell if this stuff has done permanent damage."

2 / 10
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  • Anonymous
  • October 8, 2010

For High Blood Pressure "I started on Micardis 4 months ago, the first month it didn't seem to help, the second month it controlled my high blood pressure perfectly, then the third month I started getting horrible side effects. My left arm would go numb and tingly, I had horrible headaches, insomnia, diarrhea, and chest pains. I was exhausted all the time yet I couldn't sleep, had terrible nightmares. The pills work great for controlling my blood pressure but the side effects are awful!"

5 / 10
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  • Ano...
  • July 24, 2009

For High Blood Pressure "Soon after starting Micardis, I suffered from dizziness, nausea, irritability, and I had no energy. It continued, then I started experiencing shortness of breath. I was told by my doctor it was not the medication. I went to a cardiologist, and she kept me on it and put me on Imdur. Then severe headaches occurred. I'm now going natural and taking my chances."

3 / 10
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