What is Irovel

This drug has a generic name Irbesartan and primarily prescribed for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). It belongs to the class of angiotensin II receptor antagonist that prevents blood vessels from narrowing which improves blood flow and reduces the blood pressure. It is prescribed by doctor with other blood pressure medicines to ensure optimum effect. This drug is sold under various trade names including Avapro and Irovel (made by Sun Pharma). This medicine may also be prescribed for some other treatments which are not listed here.

Important information about Irbesartan

You should not take Irbesartan if you are strictly allergic to it. In order to avoid any dreadful consequence from this medicine, consult your doctor in advance about these conditions: congestive heart failure, kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis), liver disease, or if you are dehydrated. In some unordinary cases, Irbesartan can lead to devastating conditions such as breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue, causing in kidney failure. Take medical help immediately if you have unexplained pain in muscles, tenderness, or weakness especially if you also have fever, unusual fatigue, and dark colored urine.

This drug belongs to pregnancy category D drug. Hence, care should be taken if you are pregnant woman. In case you become pregnant during the drug ingestion, contact your doctor immediately. It can cause harmful effects and might even results in death of an unborn baby, if a pregnant woman take it in second or third trimester. Do not take this medicine without the permission of your doctor if you are breast feeding. Use of an effective birth control measure should be required during the treatment with this medicine. Irbesartan may increase your potassium levels; hence avoid the consumption of potassium based supplements.

Note: Before taking Irbesartan (Avapro, Irovel), you should be careful about all the above mentioned precautions. Consult your doctor and discuss all the conditions and clear all the doubts which you may have about this drug.

Dosage Information

You should take Irbesartan as per your doctor’s direction. Make sure to not alter the dosage until your doctor advices you to do so. Do not take this medicine after the prescription period is over. You should refer the medicine instructions for detailed information. It should be taken with food or after the food. Swallow the tablet as a whole, do not chew or crush it. Make sure to store this tablet in a cool and dry place.

Note: Irbesartan dosage depends on lots of factors like age, sex, drug allergies, or seriousness of the condition, your doctor may fix the dosage by examining you properly.  Strictly follow the dosage instruction prescribed by your doctor.  

What if I miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Irbesartan, try to take as soon as you remember. Always take care that you should not take the missed tablet if the next dose time is close.  

What if I overdose

In case of an overdose of Irbesartan, get emergency medical attention or call the Doctor Immediately.

Things and activities to avoid

Avoid or limit the consumption of alcohol while using this medicine. Also, avoid getting up quickly from a sitting position because it can lead to dizziness in your body. Ask your doctor for any other restrictions or limitations while using Irbesartan. Irbesartan may increase the potassium level in your body. You should avoid the consumption of potassium supplements or salts which contain potassium during this medical treatment.

Side Effects

All medicines have side effect, sometimes they leads to a critical situation, but most of the time they are not. Irbesartan also have some common side effects including dizziness, light headedness, swelling in ankles or feet, or flushing. If you get serious side effect like fast, irregular or rapid heartbeat, or fainting, or any other serious condition, seek medical help immediately.

Interaction with other drugs

Many other drugs can interact with Irbesatan. Consult your doctor if you use any other drugs or products like (OTC vitamin pills or other medicines, or herbal products), especially the following ones: other medicines that lower blood pressure, aspirin or NSAIDs (ibuprofen, naproxen, or others), heart disease medication, a potassium supplement such as K-Dur, Klor-Con, salt substitutes that contain potassium, or a diuretic. These are not only the drugs which can interact with Irbesartan, there may be much more. Never start a new medication without your doctor permission.    

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