Irbesartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) indicated for:Â
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:
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Hypersensitivity to Irbesartan Â
You are taking aliskiren with diabetes.
Warnings & Precautions:
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Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Irbesartan to monitor:
Kidney functionsÂ
Potassium levelsÂ
Possible side effectsÂ
These include
HypotensionÂ
Dizziness
Nausea, vomiting
Other medicines and Irbesartan:
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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:
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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 foodÂ
It can be taken any time of the dayÂ
Do not break the tablet in halfÂ
How to store Irbesartan:
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Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Store at Room Temperature [77°F (25°C)].Â
Do not store above 30°
