SPL Set ID: fef6532d-438a-435e-a61f-216dd8551339
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Telmisartan is a non-peptide angiotensin II receptor (type AT 1 ) antagonist. Telmisartan is chemically described as 4’-[(1,4’-dimethyl-2’-propyl [2,6’-bi-1H-benzimidazol]-1’-yl)methyl]-[1,1’-biphenyl]-2-carboxylic acid. Its molecular formula is C 33 H 30 N 4 O 2 , its molecular weight is 514.63, and its structural formula is: Telmisartan USP is a white or slightly yellowish, crystalline powder. It is practically insoluble in water and in the pH range of 3 to 9, sparingly soluble in strong acid (except insoluble in hydrochloric acid), and soluble in strong base. Telmisartan is available as tablets for oral administration, containing 20 mg, 40 mg or 80 mg of telmisartan USP. The tablets contain the following inactive ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, mannitol, meglumine, povidone, sodium hydroxide, and sodium stearyl fumarate. Telmisartan tablets USP are hygroscopic and require protection from moisture. Chemical Structure