Avapro (irbesartan)

Avapro Description

Avapro is a medicine that is classified under the category of angiotensin II receptor antagonists. This means that is works by reducing the presence of certain chemicals in the body. The result is that blood vessels are kept wide and open so that blood can flow freely around the body. Narrow blood vessels are an important cause of high blood pressure that in itself can lead to problems like heart attacks and strokes. Your doctor may prescribe Avapro to reduce your blood pressure. Avapro may be prescribed along with other blood pressure medicines. Avapro is the common name of Irbesartan and is specially designed to treat hypertension. Irbesartan was first manufactured by Sanofi Research and is sold by Sanofi-Aventis and Bristol-Myers Squibb. Karvea and Aprovel are other trade names given to the same drug.

Conditions Treated by Avapro

Avapro is prescribed to people with high blood pressure as it encourages the flow of blood in the body by widening the blood vessels. Over time blood vessels become narrower due to a number of causes and drugs like Avapro can help restrain this process. If your blood vessels are very narrow then the heart has to make more of an effort to push blood around your body. This increases the pressure of the blood; people with high blood pressure run the risk of suffering from serious medical issues and even death. Avapro is prescribed to reduce the risk of high blood pressure; so it helps prevent against heart attacks and strokes as well.

Avapro can also be prescribed in the case of kidney problems caused by Type 2 Diabetes.

Avapro Dosage Information

a.) Typical Dosage Recommendations

You must stick to the prescription your doctor gives you. Never consume more or less than what has been prescribed. Avapro can be very dangerous if consumed incorrectly so make sure you follow all instructions given by your doctor and continue to do so for the specified period of time. You can eat before or after you take the medicine without any worries.

Since Avapro is prescribed to lower blood pressure you must attend all scheduled doctor’s appointments. At these appointments your blood pressure will be checked and this will enable your doctor to make sure that the medicine is working for you.

Even if you do not feel or notice any symptoms of high blood pressure you should continue to take the medicine as specified by your doctor. In many cases high blood pressure does not show any symptoms and could lead to serious problems if left untreated.

b.) Missing a Dose

If you have missed a dose and remembered about it later in the day then you can take the tablet whenever it is that you remember. However, if you remember very late and it is already time for your next tablet then you should not take an extra tablet to make up for the missed dose. Simply take the next tablet and forget about the missed one.

c.) Overdosing

If you have overdosed on Avapro you must rush to the hospital for medical attention. Common symptoms of an overdose include changes in your heartbeat, dizziness or a fainting feeling. If you encounter any of these symptoms you must get medical help immediately.

Avapro Warnings

You must tell your doctor if you are pregnant before using Avapro. Avapro is classified under the FDA Pregnancy Category D, which means it is extremely dangerous for unborn babies. Consuming Avapro can cause injury and even death to your baby so it is very important that you let your doctor know if you are pregnant. If you fall pregnant during the course of the prescription then you should stop using the medicine immediately and inform your doctor so that he can change your prescription.

You should also avoid alcohol as it has been proven to augment the side effects caused by the consumption of Avapro. Your doctor may also recommend that you avoid potassium and sodium supplements while taking the medicine.

Avapro has also been associated with a condition that results in the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue. This is a very rare condition that can lead to complete kidney failure if not treated early. If you notice symptoms such as muscle pain, weakness, fever, vomiting or dark colored urine then you should get emergency medical help as soon as possible.

If you suffer from kidney disease or liver disease or if you are dehydrated you should let your doctor know before consuming Avapro.

Avapro Side Effects

If you notice any allergic side effects such as breathing difficulties, swellings or hives then you should rush to the hospital, as you may be allergic to the chemicals used in the drug.

Common side effects of Avapro include skin rashes, dizziness, headaches, diarrhea, stomach pain, joint pain and weariness. Serious side effects include painful urination, swelling of hands or feet and chest pain. If you notice any of these symptoms you should quickly get medical aid.

Possible Drug Interactions with Avapro

You should tell your doctor about all medicines that you use, especially if you use a diuretic, Lanoxin or blood thinning medications like warfarin.

Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use, especially:

• Norvasc (amlodipine)
• acetylsalicylic acid (Aspirin)
• atenolol (Tenormin)
• rosuvastatin (Crestor)
• duloxetine (Cymbalta)
• furosemide (Lasix)
• hydrochlorothiazide (Hydrodiuril)
• furosemide (Lasix)
• levothyroxine (Synthroid)
• Lexapro (escitalopram)
• Lipitor (atorvastatin)
• Glucophage (metformin)
• Lopressor (metoprolol)
• Nexium (esomeprazole)
• Zocor (simvastatin)
• montelukast (Singulair)
• Aspirin Low Strength (aspirin)

This is not a complete list of all medications that may interact with Avapro. Please notify all of your health care providers about the prescription and over-the-counter medications you currently take. This should include a complete list of all vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start a treatment of a new medicine without properly notifying your primary health care professional or doctor.

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