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Irbepex Tablet, Pack of 10 TabletS
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IRBESARTAN-150MG
ORAL
Not Returnable
Apr-24
Prescription drug
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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

3M India Ltd, Concorde Block, UB City, #24, Vittal Mallya Road, Bangalore, Karnataka - 560001 India
Other Info - IRB0005

FAQs

Irbepex Tablet may increase potassium levels in the blood (hyperkalemia). Therefore, it is recommended to avoid intake of potassium supplements and foods that are rich in potassium like coconut water, bananas and broccoli.
Only on doctors consultation, a patient can take Irbepex Tablet with metformin which has been found to have a beneficial effect on kidneys in a diabetic patient with hypertension.
Not recommended in overweight patients as per studies conducted by researchers,Irbepex Tablet causes weight gain in normal individuals and thus contraindicated in overweight patients.
Take the missed dose as soon as possible. if it has been too late then a patient is advised to jump to the next dose without attempting double dose to make up for the missed dose.
Absolutely safe to be used in patients with stomach ulcers as there has been no harmful interaction between Irbepex Tablet and peptic ulcers except occasional nausea. Recently it has been found to have a protective role against stomach ulcers yet not approved for stomach diseases yet.

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Alcohol

Caution

Not recommended. Irbepex Tablet and alcohol together result in an abnormal decrease in blood pressure levels thus strictly not to be taken together.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Not recommended in pregnant patients. Irbepex Tablet is harmful to an unborn baby especially in the first 3 months of pregnancy. Irbepex Tablet is to be replaced with any other blood pressure-lowering drug on doctors consultation.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Not recommended in breastfeeding patients. Enough data is not available on the usage of Irbepex Tablet in breastfeeding mothers thus is replaced with any alternative blood pressure-lowering agents on doctors consultation.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Irbepex Tablet is unlikely to affect your ability to drive or use heavy machines. However, occasionally dizziness or slowness of movements may occur during the treatment of high blood pressure. If you experience these, talk to your doctor before attempting such activities

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Liver

Caution

Irbepex Tablet has been found to affect liver function in certain cases thus patients with liver problems should discuss with their doctor for proper guidance regarding treatment with this medication.

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Kidney

Caution

Irbepex Tablet is not advised to be taken in patients that suffer from kidney disease as there has been cases of harmful interactions in kidney patients & Irbepex Tablet. A patient is strictly advised to consult and discuss with his/her doctor before taking this medication.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Safe to be given in children below 12 years. No harmful interaction has been reported in patients below 12 years of age, yet doctor's consultation is advised.

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Reference

  1. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11452706/
  2. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.4257.pdf
  3. https://www.mims.com/india/drug/info/irbesartan?type=full&mtype=generic

About Irbepex Tablet

Irbepex Tablet belongs to a group of medicines known as angiotensin II receptor blockers indicated for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) in adults. Additionally, Irbepex Tablet is used to reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke in adults. Hypertension is a medical condition in which the blood pressure is elevated persistently in the arteries without any known cause. On the other hand, heart attack or stroke occurs due to blocked blood flow to the heart or brain, respectively.

Irbepex Tablet works by blocking the action of a hormone called angiotensin II in the body that causes the narrowing of blood vessels leading to high blood pressure. Thereby, Irbepex Tablet widens and relaxes blood vessels. Thus, lowers high blood pressure.

You can take Irbepex Tablet irrespective of food and swallow it whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it. Your doctor will let you how often you should take your tablets based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and orthostatic hypotension. Most of these side effects of Irbepex Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.

Irbepex Tablet is not for pregnant women as its use during your pregnancy can cause injury and even death to your unborn baby. It is not known whether Irbepex Tablet passes into your breast milk or not. Your doctor will decide if you will take Irbepex Tablet while using Irbepex Tablet and breastfeeding together. Prolonged intake of Irbepex Tablet may cause high potassium in the blood (hyperkalemia). Avoid intake of potassium supplements with Irbepex Tablet as it may lead to high potassium levels in the blood, so the doctor may ask you to have a regular check of your potassium level. Do not consume alcohol with Irbepex Tablet as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Taking Irbepex Tablet with painkillers (like aspirin and ibuprofen) can increase the risk of kidney problems and reduced the efficiency of Irbepex Tablet.

Uses of Irbepex Tablet

Hypertension, Heart failure, Prevents heart attack & heart stroke.

Medicinal Benefits Mweb

Medicinal Benefits

Irbepex Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. Irbepex Tablet is an angiotensin II receptor blocker that decreases high blood pressure by widening and relaxing the blood vessels by blocks the action of a hormone called angiotensin II in the body which causes the narrowing of blood vessels leading to high blood pressure.

Directions for Use

Swallow Irbepex Tablet as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Side Effects of Irbepex Tablet

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Dizziness
  • Orthostatic hypotension
  • Fatigue

Drug Warnings

Irbepex Tablet is not recommended for people with impaired kidney function, diabetes or severe liver problems. Irbepex Tablet may increase the risk of low blood pressure when taken with alcohol. Irbepex Tablet may cause tiredness or dizziness in some people. Make sure you are not affected before driving. Breastfeeding women are advised to consult a doctor before taking Irbepex Tablet. Avoid intake of potassium supplements with Irbepex Tablet as it may lead to high potassium levels in the blood, so the doctor may ask you to have a regular check of your potassium level. Do not consume alcohol with Irbepex Tablet as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Taking Irbepex Tablet with painkillers (like aspirin and ibuprofen) can increase the risk of kidney problems and reduced efficiency of Irbepex Tablet.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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IrbesartanBenazepril
Severe
IrbesartanLisinopril
Severe

Drug-Food Interactions

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IRBESARTAN-150MGPotassium rich foods
Moderate

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • IBUPROFEN
  • ASPIRIN
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  • DIGOXIN
  • LISINOPRIL
  • ENALAPRIL
  • RAMIPRIL
  • AMILORIDE HYDROCHORIDE
  • SPIRONOLACTONE
  • TIZANIDINE
  • TRIMETHOPRIM

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Monitor your blood pressure regularly and if you notice any fluctuations, please consult a doctor.
  • Low salt diet and regular exercise are recommended along with Irbepex Tablet for effective results.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain a low salt diet and minimize eating processed foods as they contain more sodium. Try to replace salt with spices or herbs to add flavour to the food.
  • Do regular exercise such as cycling, walking, jogging, dancing or swimming for a minimum of 30 minutes per day.
  • Chronic stress may also cause high blood pressure. Therefore, avoid stress by changing your expectations, the way you react in certain situations and making time for yourself to do activities that you enjoy.
  • Maintain a diet that is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and low-fat dairy products.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol intake.