Irbesartan Benefits & Uses

Irbesartan is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Other Benefits

Diabetic Nephropathy

Irbesartan Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage may be increased up to 300 mg once daily as needed
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage may be increased up to 300 mg once daily as needed

Irbesartan Related Warnings

Is the use of Irbesartan safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Irbesartan. If you are pregnant, do not take Irbesartan without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Irbesartan safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Irbesartan for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Irbesartan on the Kidneys?

Irbesartan does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Irbesartan on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Irbesartan on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Irbesartan on the Heart?

Side effects of Irbesartan rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Irbesartan with Other Drugs

Irbesartan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amlodipine,Benazepril

Moderate

Acarbose

Phenylephrine

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Aspirin

Irbesartan Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Irbesartan unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Hyperkalemia
Angioedema
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Irbesartan

Is this Irbesartan habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Irbesartan has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Irbesartan since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Irbesartan should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Irbesartan cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Irbesartan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Irbesartan

When consumed with certain foods, Irbesartan may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Irbesartan

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Irbesartan and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown