Aprovel [300gm] Tablet 28's
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Aprovel Is A Brand Name For Irbesartan, Which Is An Angiotensin Ii Receptor Blocker (arb). Irbesartan Is Used To Treat High Blood Pressure (hypertension) And Can Also Be Prescribed For Managing Diabetic Nephropathy In Patients With Type 2 Diabetes.
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aprovel Is A Brand Name For irbesartan, Which Is An angiotensin Ii Receptor Blocker (arb). Irbesartan Is Used To Treat High Blood Pressure (hypertension) And Can Also Be Prescribed For Managing Diabetic Nephropathy In Patients With Type 2 Diabetes.
uses:
- hypertension: Aprovel Helps To Lower Blood Pressure By Blocking The Action Of Angiotensin Ii, A Hormone That Causes Blood Vessels To Constrict.
- diabetic Nephropathy: It Is Used To Protect The Kidneys In Patients With Type 2 Diabetes And Diabetic Nephropathy, A Condition Where Diabetes Damages The Kidneys.
mechanism Of Action:
- irbesartan Works By Blocking Angiotensin Ii Receptors, Preventing Angiotensin Ii From Binding To These Receptors. This Results In The Relaxation Of Blood Vessels, Which Helps Lower Blood Pressure And Reduce The Workload On The Heart.
dosage:
- starting Dose: The Usual Starting Dose For Hypertension Is 150 Mg Once Daily.
- maintenance Dose: Depending On The Patient's Response And Tolerance, The Dose Can Be Adjusted, Typically Ranging From 150 Mg To 300 Mg Daily.
side Effects:
- common Side Effects: Dizziness, Headache, Fatigue, And Gastrointestinal Issues Such As Nausea.
- serious Side Effects: Rare But Serious Side Effects Can Include Kidney Problems, Hyperkalemia (high Potassium Levels), And Angioedema (swelling Of The Face, Lips, Or Throat).
precautions:
- kidney Function: Regular Monitoring Of Kidney Function And Electrolyte Levels Is Important, Especially In Patients With Pre-existing Kidney Conditions.
- pregnancy: Aprovel Is Not Recommended During Pregnancy Due To Potential Harm To The Fetus.
- drug Interactions: Inform Your Healthcare Provider About All Medications And Supplements You Are Taking, As Irbesartan Can Interact With Other Drugs.
lifestyle Considerations:
- diet: Maintain A Balanced Diet And Be Cautious With Salt And Potassium Intake, As These Can Affect The Medication's Efficacy And Side Effect Profile.
- alcohol: Limit Alcohol Consumption To Minimize The Risk Of Side Effects Such As Dizziness And Hypotension.
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Class | Non Rx-medicines All |
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Type | Normal |
Strength | |
Dosage | Tablet |
Origin | |
Usage | Hypertension, |
Generic |