Irbesartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) that relaxes blood vessels by blocking the action of a chemical that normally makes blood vessels tighter.
This lowers blood pressure, allowing blood to flow more smoothly to various organs and the heart to pump more efficiently.
Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker:
- In case of high blood pressure, it normalizes blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels to reduce pressure on them, thus improving blood flow in the body.
- Enhanced blood flow in the body relaxes the heart muscles by reducing the workload on the heart. It also improves the flow of oxygen in the body, thus preventing any heart-related chest pain.
Uses of Aprovasc:
- In the treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension)
- Aprovasc tablet relaxes blood vessels so blood can flow more easily around the body.
- This effectively lowers blood pressure.
- If your blood pressure is controlled, you are less likely to have a heart attack, stroke, or kidney problems.
- Aprovasc must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective.
- You don't usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medication, but it works in the long term to keep you healthy.
- Besides taking Aprovasc tablets, make appropriate lifestyle changes, such as eating healthy and staying active to keep your blood pressure in the normal range.
Instructions for use:
- Take this medication in the dosage and duration as directed by your doctor.
- Swallow it whole.
- Do not chew, crush, or break it.
- Aprovasc tablets can be taken with or without food, but it is best to take them at a specific time.
- Aprovasc can be taken with or without food.
- If you miss any doses, take them as soon as you remember.
Warnings and precautions:
- Never miss any doses and finish a full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor because it may worsen your symptoms.
- The most common side effects of this medication include dizziness, lightheadedness, and stomach upset.
- These symptoms are usually mild but tell your doctor if they bother you or last more than a few days.
- You may be asked to regularly monitor your blood pressure, kidney function, and blood sugar level while taking this medication.
- Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have or have ever had liver or kidney disease.
- You should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding.
- You should also tell your healthcare team about all other medicines you take because they may affect or be affected by this medicine.
the components:
Aprovasc is a combination of two medicines:
Irbesartan and amlodipine are available in 4 strengths:
- Aprovasc 300/5 mg.
- Aprovasc 300/10 mg.
- Aprovasc 150/10 mg.
- Aprovasc 150/5 mg.
