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Irbesartan 300mg has the main ingredient Irbesartan. Complying with indications, the dose of Irbesartan 300mg will help patients improve the effectiveness of treatment and avoid unwanted side effects.
1. What are the effects of Irbesartan 300mg?
1.1 Indications of the drug Irbesartan 300mg Irbesartan 300mg is indicated for:
Treatment of hypertension. In this case, Irbesartan 300mg can be used alone or in combination with other classes of antihypertensive drugs. Treatment of diabetic kidney disease. 1.2 Contraindications of the drug Irbesartan 300mg Irbesartan 300mg is contraindicated in the following cases:
People with hypersensitivity to the components contained in the drug Irbesartan 300mg. Pregnant women. Breastfeeding women.
2. Dosage and how to take Irbesartan 300mg
How to use: Irbesartan 300mg is taken orally, with or without meals. Irbesartan 300mg tablets should be swallowed whole. Breaking, chewing or crushing Irbesartan 300mg may increase side effects.
Dosage:
In the treatment of hypertension:
For adults: Initial dose: 150mg x 1 time/day (in case the patient does not have intravascular volume depletion). If not effective, the dose can be increased to 300mg x 1 time / day. For people over 75 years of age, those with intravascular volume depletion or on hemodialysis: The starting dose is lower than 75mg/day. In the treatment of diabetic nephropathy
Type 2 diabetic nephropathy with hypertension: Initial dose: 75mg x 1 time/day. The dose may then be increased to 300 mg once daily (as maintenance dose). Note:
For children and people with liver failure, kidney failure, you need to consult a doctor to get the appropriate dose of Irbesartan 300mg. The above dosage of Irbesartan 300mg is for reference only. The specific dose of Irbesartan 300mg depends on the condition and the progression of the disease. To get the right dose of Irbesartan 300mg, patients should consult their doctor or healthcare professional. How to handle when missed dose, overdose Irbesartan 300mg:
In case of forgetting dose of Irbesartan 300mg, it is advisable to make up for it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose of Irbesartan 300mg and use a new dose. When using an overdose of Irbesartan 300mg, it may occur that hypotension, tachycardia, bradycardia... Patients need to stop the drug immediately and go to the nearest medical facility for timely treatment. time.
3. Undesirable effects of Irbesartan 300mg
When using Irbesartan 300mg, patients may experience unwanted effects such as:
Dizziness and headache. Rash, pruritus, urticaria, angioedema. Increase enzymes. Muscle pain, joint pain and back pain. Decreased kidney function. Digestive disorders. Respiratory disorder. Tired. Decrease in neutrophils. Orthostatic hypotension. Hyperkalemia. If you experience the above symptoms, you need to stop using Irbesartan 300mg and notify your doctor or pharmacist for appropriate treatment.
4. Irbesartan 300mg . drug interactions
Irbesartan 300mg may have drug interactions if combined with:
Diuretics;
Other antihypertensive drugs; Potassium supplements; Potassium-sparing diuretics; Lithium Drugs; Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs; Therefore, before being prescribed Irbesartan 300mg, patients should inform their doctor about all medicines they are using, including dietary supplements. The doctor will base on that to prescribe the appropriate one.
5. Notes when taking Irbesartan 300mg
Care should be taken when using Irbesartan 300mg to people who drive or operate machinery. Irbesartan 300mg should be used with caution in people with severe liver and kidney failure. Pregnant and nursing women should consult their doctor before taking Irbesartan 300mg. Absolutely do not use when Irbesartan 300mg has signs of discoloration, mold, watery or expired. Above is all information about Irbesartan 300mg, patients need to carefully read the instructions for use, consult a doctor / pharmacist before using. Absolutely do not arbitrarily buy Irbesartan 300mg treatment at home because there may be unwanted side effects.
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