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Azilsartan medoxomil
Updated on : October - 2012
Latest prescription information about Azilsartan medoxomil. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Azilsartan medoxomil
Pronunciation : AY-zil-SAR-tan me-DOX-oh-mil
Therapeutic Classification : Anti- Hypertensives And ACE Inhibitors
ICD Code : Y52.4
♦ Safety Labeling Changes Approved By FDA
Trade Name(s): International- Edarbi. Why it is prescribed (Indications) : This medication is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist, prescribed for hypertension. It improves blood flow by widening blood vessels. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): ♦ Contraindicated during second or third trimester of pregnancy, diabetes, and known hypersensitivity.
Dosage & When it is to be taken : PO- The recommended dose in adults is 80 mg taken once daily. How it should be taken : It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food. Warnings and Precautions : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of blood vessel problems, poor blood circulation, heart, liver, or kidney disease, sugar, stroke, heart attack, dehydration, angioedema, low blood volume, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery and get up slowly from bed while taking this medication. * Monitor blood pressure, blood electrolyte levels, and heart or kidney function regularly while taking this medication. Side Effects : Most Common - Low blood pressure. Gastrointestinal - Nausea. General - Weakness and fatigue. Musculoskeletal - Muscle spasm. Central Nervous System - Dizziness. Respiratory - Cough. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at room temperature (25°C), and in an airtight container. Protect from moisture and light. |
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