Aprovasc 150/5mg Tabs 28’s
KSh 4,100.00
Aprovasc 150/5mg Tablets contain two active ingredients that work together to effectively manage high blood pressure in patients needing combined therapy. This medicine helps lower the risk of heart problems linked to high blood pressure.Active Substances:Irbesartan150mg and Amlodipine 5mg
Anti-Hypertensives
Suggested Use
Aprovasc is indicated for:
- The treatment of essential hypertension in adults, particularly for those whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled with either irbesartan or amlodipine alone.
- It may also be used for patients transitioning from separate therapies of these medications
Dosage:
- The usual initial and maintenance dose is one tablet daily.
- It can be taken with or without food.
- The maximum recommended dose is 300 mg of Irbesartan and 10 mg of Amlodipine per day
Warning
- Contraindications:
- Hypersensitivity to irbesartan, amlodipine, or any component of the tablet.
- Severe hypotension or cardiogenic shock.
- Pregnancy (especially in the second and third trimesters) and breastfeeding.
- Precautions:
- Monitor blood pressure regularly to ensure proper control.
- Use with caution in patients with severe kidney or liver impairment.
- Patients with a history of angioedema should avoid this medication.
- Avoid grapefruit juice while taking this medication, as it may increase amlodipine levels.
- Side Effects:
- Common: Dizziness, headache, flushing, fatigue, and ankle swelling.
- Serious: Hypotension, chest pain, or signs of an allergic reaction (e.g., swelling of the face, lips, or throat).
- Drug Interactions:
- May interact with other antihypertensive agents, diuretics, or potassium supplements.
- Avoid using with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors or inducers.