Generic name: irbesartan [ ir-be-SAR-tan ]
Brand name: Avapro
Dosage form: oral tablet (150 mg; 300 mg; 75 mg)
Drug class:Angiotensin receptor blockers
What is irbesartan?
Irbesartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (sometimes called an ARB).
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) in adults and children at least 6 years old. Lowering blood pressure may lower your risk of a stroke or heart attack.
Irbesartan is also used to treat kidney problems caused by type 2 diabetes.
Irbesartan may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Do not use if you are pregnant. Stop using and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant.
If you have diabetes, do not take irbesartan with any medication that contains aliskiren (a blood pressure medicine).
Before taking this medicine
You should not use irbesartan if you are allergic to it.
If you have diabetes, do not take irbesartan with any medication that contains aliskiren (a blood pressure medicine).
You may also need to avoid taking irbesartan with aliskiren if you have kidney disease.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
a heart condition other than one being treated with irbesartan;
kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis); or
if you are on a low-salt diet.
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