Generic name:aliskiren [ a-LIS-ke-rin ]
Drug class:Renin inhibitors
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 18, 2022.
What is Tekturna?
Tekturna is blood pressure medicine. It works by decreasing substances in the body that narrow blood vessels and raise blood pressure.
Tekturna is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Tekturna may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Do not Tekturna use if you are pregnant. If you become pregnant, stop taking this medicine and tell your doctor right away.
If you have diabetes, do not use aliskiren together with certain heart or blood pressure medicines (such as Avalide, Benicar, Byvalson, Cozaar, Hyzaar, Diovan, Exforge, Lotrel, Monopril, Vasotec, Vasoretic, Zestoretic, and many others).
If you take Tekturna with meals, avoid high-fat foods. They can make it harder for your body to absorb aliskiren.
Conditions that may cause very low blood pressure include: vomiting, diarrhea, heavy sweating, heart disease, dialysis, a low-salt diet, or taking diuretics (water pills). Follow your doctor's instructions about the type and amount of liquids you should drink while taking this medicine. Tell your doctor if you have a prolonged illness that causes diarrhea or vomiting.
Before taking this medicine
You should not take Tekturna if you are allergic to aliskiren.
If you have diabetes, do not use Tekturna together with certain heart or blood pressure medicines, such as:
azilsartan (Edarbi, Edarbyclor), candesartan (
