Aliskiren is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Aliskiren is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Aliskiren safe for pregnant women?
Aliskiren should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Aliskiren safe during breastfeeding?
Aliskiren may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Aliskiren on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Aliskiren on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Aliskiren on the Liver?
Side effects of Aliskiren rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Aliskiren on the Heart?
Aliskiren has very mild side effects on the heart.
Aliskiren should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Aliskiren unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Aliskiren habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Aliskiren.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Aliskiren you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Aliskiren is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Aliskiren is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Aliskiren
It is safe to take Aliskiren with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Aliskiren
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Aliskiren.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Tekturna® (aliskiren)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 508