irbesartan(Avapro, Avalide (with HCTZ))

Angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)

Pronunciation

/ɜːrbɪˈsɑːrtæn/

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At a glance

Generic name: irbesartan
Brand names: Avapro, Avalide (with HCTZ)
Therapeutic class: Angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB)
Mechanism (summary):

Clinical pearls

Take at the same time daily, with or without food.
Avoid potassium salt substitutes.
Report swelling of face/lips/tongue.
Notify provider if pregnant; drug can harm fetus.
Rise slowly the first few doses.

Related drugs in this class

losartan

Cozaar, Hyzaar (with HCTZ)

valsartan

Diovan, Exforge (with amlodipine)

candesartan

Atacand, Atacand HCT (with HCTZ)

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