Irovel 300 mg Tablet (Irbesartan)
I am text block. Click edit button to change this text. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.Buy Irovel 300 mg (Irbesartan), Irbesartan is a medicine mainly used for the treatment of hypertension or high blood pressure. This medicine is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist that prevents the blood vessels from narrowing which improves blood flow and lowers blood pressure. It is prescribed sometimes in combination with other blood pressure medicines. Irbesartan is sold under various trade name.
What is Irbesartan?
Irbesartan is a medicine mainly used for the treatment of hypertension or high blood pressure. This medicine is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist that prevents the blood vessels from narrowing which improves blood flow and lowers blood pressure. It is prescribed sometimes in combination with other blood pressure medicines. Irbesartan is sold under various trade names, a couple of which are Avapro and Irovel (made by Sun Pharma). This medicine may also be prescribed for conditions other than those listed here.
Important Information about Irbesartan
Do not take Irbesartan (Avapro, Irovel) if you have a known allergy to Irbesartan. To make sure that this medicine is safe for you, inform your doctor in advance if you have any of these conditions: congestive heart failure, kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis), liver disease, or if you are dehydrated. In rare cases, Irbesartan can lead to a condition which results in the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue, causing in kidney failure. Seek medical attention right away if you have unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness especially if you also have fever, unusual fatigue, and dark colored urine.
Irbesartan is a pregnancy category D drug. Do not take if you are a pregnant woman. If you become pregnant during the treatment with this medicine, stop taking it and contact your doctor immediately. Irbesartan can cause injury or death of an unborn baby if pregnant women take it in second or third trimester. Use of an effective birth control is recommended while taking this medicine. It is not known whether Irbesartan can pass into breast milk and harm a nursing baby. Do not take this medicine without your doctor?s advice if you are breast feeding. Irbesartan may increase your potassium levels. Hence, avoid potassium supplements or salt substitutes that contain potassium while taking this medicine.
How should I take Irbesartan?
Take Irbesartan strictly according to your doctor?s direction or according to the instructions on the medication label. Do not alter the dosage unless your doctor advises you to do so. Also, do not take this medication after the prescribed period is over. All medications come with a patient leaflet. Refer the instructions in them for detailed information on that particular medication. Irbesartan can be taken with or without food. Always store this medicine in a cool and dry place.
What are the doses instructions?
> Missdose:
If you miss a dose of Irbesartan, take it as soon as you remember. Don?t take the missed dose if the time to take the next dose is almost up. Taking multiple doses near to each other can lead to excess medication in your body which can be harmful.
> Overdose:
In case of an overdose of Irbesartan, get emergency medical attention or call the Doctor Immediately.
Common side effects
Vomiting, Nausea, Orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure), Dizziness, Fatigue, Increased potassium level in blood, Muscle pain
Interaction with other drugs
Many other drugs can interact with Irbesartan. Let your doctor know in advance if you use any other drugs or related products (OTC vitamin pills or other medicines, or herbal products), especially the following ones: other medicines that lower blood pressure, aspirin or NSAIDs (ibuprofen, naproxen, or others), heart disease medication, a potassium supplement such as K-Dur, Klor-Con, salt substitutes that contain potassium, or a diuretic. These are not the only drugs that can interact with Irbesartan. There may be others. Never start a new medication without proper medical advice.
Expert advice for Irovel
> Do not change your dose or stop taking irbesartan, even if you are feeling well, as this may worsen your symptoms.
> Use of Irbesartan may cause dizziness, light-headedness, or fainting; you should avoid driving or operating heavy machinery under such circumstances.
> Irbesartan may cause a serious side effect called angioedema (swelling of the hands, face, lips, eyes, throat, or tongue; difficulty swallowing or breathing; or hoarseness). If you experience any such symptoms, inform your doctor immediately.
> Before you take Irbesartan, inform your doctor if you suffer from kidney/heart problems or are being treated for diabetic kidney disease.
> If you are or planning to undergo a surgery involving anesthesia, inform your doctor that you are taking Irbesartan.
> Tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken or might take any other medicines along with Irbesartan.
> Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
FAQs.
FAQs.
Q. Is irbesartan an alpha /a beta blocker/ calcium channel blocker/an ace inhibitor/a statin/ diuretic/ nitrate?
No. Irbesartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker.
Q. Is irbesartan safe?
Yes. Irbesartan is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. Is irbesartan and losartan the same?
No. Both are different drugs of the same class; however, they differ in their pharmacokinetic profile.
Q. Can I take ibuprofen with irbesartan?
Use of ibuprofen with irbesartan may reduce the effects of irbesartan in lowering blood pressure. In addition, if this combination is taken frequently, it may affect the kidney function.
Q. Can I take paracetamol with irbesartan?
Yes. You can take paracetamol with irbesartan.
Q. Can I take aspirin with irbesartan?
Use of aspirin with irbesartan may reduce the effects of irbesartan in lowering blood pressure. In addition, if this combination is taken frequently, it may affect your kidney function.
Q. Does irbesartan lower heart rate?
Yes. Irbesartan may lower your heart rate.
Q. Does irbesartan cause constipation/ weight gain/ hair loss/ erectile dysfunction / impotence/ diarrhea/ ringing in the ears/ depression?
No. Irbesartan does not cause any of the above side effects. However, if you experience such side effects please consult your doctor immediately.
