IRBESARTAN

Overview

IRBESARTAN is a Schedule H drug.
Irbesartan is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist. Irbesartan keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow. Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It is sometimes given together with other blood pressure medications. Irbesartan is also used to treat kidney problems caused by type 2 diabetes.

Usage

IRBESARTAN is generally used to treat: Blood Pressure, High, Diabetes Type 2

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

Dehydration, excessive sweating, vomiting, or diarrhea may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Contact your healthcare provider immediately. Patients who take medicine for high blood pressure often feel tired or run down for a few weeks after starting treatment. Be sure to take your medicine even if you don’t feel normal.  Caution needed while using in children, elderly patients. Lab tests, including blood pressure, blood electrolyte levels and heart, kidney, or liver function, may be performed while using this medication. Drinking alcohol can further lower your blood pressure and may increase certain side effects of irbesartan.

Symptoms of Overdosage

IRBESARTAN over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing, Dizziness, Fainting

Common Side-Effects

IRBESARTAN : Chills, Confusion, Dizziness, Fainting, Lightheadedness, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Chest Pain, Pain With Urination, Irregular Heartbeat, Frequent Urge To Urinate, Lower Back Pain

Serious Side-Effects

IRBESARTAN : Fainting, Irregular Heartbeat, Weakness (generalized)

Rare Side-Effects

IRBESARTAN : Chest Discomfort, Decreased Urination, Fever, Irregular Heartbeat, Nausea, Vomit, Weight Gain, Shortness Of Breath, Face Swelling

Disease Interactions

IRBESARTAN can interfere with: Diabetes Mellitus, Hyponatremia, Angioedema, Congestive Heart Disease, Hyperkalemia, Atherosclerosis, Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

IRBESARTAN is categorized as: ANGIOTENSIN RECEPTOR BLOCKERS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with IRBESARTAN as Ingredient

COAPROVEL 300MG/12.5MG TAB	IRBESARTAN 300.0 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG
IRBECLOR TAB	IRBESARTAN
IRBEPEX 150MG TAB	IRBESARTAN 150.0 MG
IRBEST 150MG TAB	IRBESARTAN 150 MG
IRBEST 300MG TAB	IRBESARTAN 300 MG
IROVEL 150MG TAB	IRBESARTAN 150.0 MG
IROVEL 300MG TAB	IRBESARTAN 300.0 MG
IROVEL H TAB	IRBESARTAN 150.0 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG
XARB 150MG TAB	IRBESARTAN 150 MG
XARB 300MG TAB	IRBESARTAN 300.0 MG
XARB H 150MG/12.5MG TAB	IRBESARTAN 150.0 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG