What is Aprovasc for?

Treatment of essential hypertension. Irbesartan/Amlodipine (Aprovasc) is indicated in patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled on irbesartan or amlodipine monotherapy.

What is irbesartan 150 mg used for?

Irbesartan is a medicine widely used to treat high blood pressure. Irbesartan helps to prevent future strokes, heart attacks and kidney problems. This medicine is only available on prescription.

Does irbesartan make you sleepy?

Irbesartan oral tablet doesn’t cause drowsiness, but it can cause other side effects.

Is 150 mg of irbesartan a lot?

The usual recommended initial and maintenance dose is 150 mg once daily, with or without food. Irbesartan Milpharm at a dose of 150 mg once daily generally provides a better 24 hour blood pressure control than 75 mg.

When to take aprovasc 150 / 5mg for kidney disease?

Do not drive unless you are feeling well. Aprovasc 150/5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Aprovasc 150/5mg Tablet is mostly excreted via urine. Thus, dose adjustment of Aprovasc 150/5mg Tablet may be needed.

Are there any side effects from taking aprovasc 150?

Aprovasc 150/5mg Tablet is reported to be excreted into breast milk. However, the effect of the exposure towards the babies remains unknown. There is also stated that no side effects were reported with the exposure. Please consult your doctor for further details.

What is the generic name for aprovasc 5mg tab?

aprovasc 150mg/5mg fc tablet. generic name : irbesartan+amlodipine 150mg/5mg tab ₱

What is the mechanism of action of aprovasc?

View Aprovasc mechanism of action for pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics details. C09DB05 – irbesartan and amlodipine ; Belongs to the class of angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs) and calcium channel blockers. Used in the treatment of cardiovascular disease.