Determination That MICARDIS (Telmisartan), Tablets, 20 Milligrams and 80 Milligrams, Were Not Withdrawn From Sale for Reasons of Safety or Effectiveness

Official abstract: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA, Agency, or we) has determined that MICARDIS (telmisartan), tablets, 20 milligrams (mg) and 80 mg, were not withdrawn from sale for reasons of safety or effectiveness. This determination means that FDA will not begin procedures to withdraw approval of abbreviated new drug applications (ANDAs) that refer to these drug products, and it will allow FDA to continue to approve ANDAs that refer to these products as long as they meet relevant legal and regulatory requirements.