ARENA 150 MG TABLETS

Irbesartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) indicated for: 

Treatment of hypertension, to lower blood pressure.

Lowering blood pressure reduces the risk of fatal and nonfatal cardiovascular events, primarily strokes and myocardial infarctions.

Treatment of diabetic nephropathy in hypertensive patients with type 2 diabetes,

an elevated serum creatinine, and proteinuria.

Do not take Irbesartan if:

Hypersensitivity to Irbesartan  

You are taking aliskiren with diabetes.

Warnings & Precautions:

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Irbesartan to monitor:

Kidney functions 

Potassium levels 

Possible side effects 

These include

Hypotension 

Dizziness

Nausea, vomiting

Other medicines and Irbesartan:

Tell your doctor or pharmacist about all medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and herbal supplements.

Increased risk of lithium toxicity when taken together

Increased risk of kidney damage and reduction of its effects when taken with Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) and COX-2 inhibitors (like ibuprofen, ketoprofen, celecoxib)

Not recommended use with potassium supplements to avoid an increase of potassium levels in the blood.

How to take Irbesartan:

Adults above 18 years of age:

The usual dose is: 1 tablet daily for both hypertension and diabetic neuropathy

Irbesartan tablet can be taken with or without food 

It can be taken any time of the day 

Do not break the tablet in half 

How to store Irbesartan:

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.

Store at Room Temperature [77°F (25°C)]. 

Do not store above 30°