Irovel 300mg Tablet 10’s

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.

BEFORE TAKING IRBESARTAN:

Before taking Irbesartan (Avapro, Irovel), take care of all precautions mentioned above. Discuss them with your doctor and clear all doubts which you may have about this drug.

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 IF I MISS A DOSE?

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.

WHAT IF I OVERDOSE?

In case of an overdose of Irbesartan, get emergency medical attention or call the Doctor Immediately.

THINGS AND ACTIVITIES TO AVOID WHILE TAKING IRBESARTAN:

Avoid or limit alcohol consumption while taking Irbesartan. This medicine can cause dizziness. To limit dizziness, do not get up from a lying or sitting position suddenly. Irbesartan may increase your potassium levels. Hence, avoid potassium supplements or salt substitutes that contain potassium while taking this medicine.

SIDE EFFECTS OF IROVEL 300MG:

COMMON

• Dizziness
• Light headedness
• Swelling in ankles or feet, or flushing

SERIOUS

• Fast
• Irregular or rapid heartbeat
• Fainting

IRBESARTAN DOSING INFORMATION:

Irbesartan dosage may depend on a range of factors like age, sex, drug allergies, or seriousness of the condition among several other factors. Your dosage will be determined by your doctor after examining you properly. Remember to follow your doctor?s advice properly for best results.

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.