What is Avapro?
Avapro (irbesartan) is a medication used to treat high blood pressure, which is also called hypertension.
Lowering high blood pressure helps reduce the risk of serious problems like strokes and heart attacks.
Avapro works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. It can also be used to treat a condition called diabetic nephropathy, which is kidney damage caused by type 2 diabetes.
This helps slow down the progression of kidney disease in these patients. Avapro can be taken independently or with other medications that lower blood pressure.
How Does Avapro Work?
Avapro works by blocking a substance in your body called angiotensin II.
Angiotensin II makes your blood vessels tighten, which raises blood pressure.
Avapro prevents this from happening by blocking the angiotensin II receptor, so your blood vessels stay relaxed and your blood pressure goes down.
This also helps reduce the strain on your heart and kidneys, especially if you have conditions like hypertension or diabetic kidney disease.
Unlike some other blood pressure medications, Avapro doesn’t affect other important body processes, so it’s specifically targeted at lowering blood pressure.
Dosage Information and Usage
Dosage Form and Strengths of Avapro
- Avapro 75 mg: White to off-white, oval-shaped, film-coated tablet with a heart on one side and “2871” on the other.
- Avapro 150 mg: White to off-white, oval-shaped, film-coated tablet with a heart on one side and “2872” on the other.
- Avapro 300 mg: White to off-white, oval-shaped, film-coated tablet with a heart on one side and “2873” on the other.
Usage
Avapro is usually taken once a day, with or without food.
The starting dose for most people is 150 mg daily, which can be increased to 300 mg daily if needed to control blood pressure.
For patients with kidney problems due to type 2 diabetes, the typical dose is 300 mg once a day.
In some cases, like when the body has lost a lot of fluids or salt, a lower starting dose of 75 mg may be recommended.
Avapro can be used alone or combined with other blood pressure medications to help manage hypertension effectively.
Side Effects
Common Side Effects
- High potassium levels
- Dizziness, especially when standing up
- Decreased blood pressure
Serious but Rare Side Effects
- Extremely low blood pressure (hypotension), which can cause fainting or dizziness
- Kidney damage, which might show as feeling weak, tired, or confused
Warnings and Precautions
- Fetal Toxicity: Avapro can harm an unborn baby if taken during pregnancy, especially in the later stages. It may cause serious issues like poor kidney function, lung problems, and skeletal deformations in the fetus. If you become pregnant while taking Avapro, stop the medication immediately and inform your healthcare provider.
- Hypotension in Volume or Salt-Depleted Patients: Avapro can cause very low blood pressure in people who have low levels of fluids or salt in their bodies, such as those on high doses of diuretics. To avoid this, make sure your fluid and salt levels are balanced before starting Avapro, or your doctor may start you on a lower dose.
- Impaired Renal Function: Avapro can cause changes in kidney function, including acute kidney failure, especially in people with certain conditions like kidney disease or severe heart failure. Your doctor will monitor your kidney function regularly while you are taking Avapro, and they may adjust or stop your treatment if any serious issues arise.
Overdosage
If someone takes too much Avapro, it is expected to cause very low blood pressure (hypotension) and a fast heartbeat (tachycardia), though a slow heartbeat (bradycardia) might also happen.
High doses, even up to 900 mg daily for 8 weeks, have been tolerated in some cases.
However, in case of an overdose, it’s important to seek medical attention immediately. Avapro cannot be removed from the body through dialysis.
Drug Interactions With Other Medications
- Agents Increasing Serum Potassium: Taking Avapro with other medications that raise potassium levels can lead to high potassium in the blood, which can be dangerous. It’s important to monitor potassium levels if you’re using such medications together with Avapro.
- Lithium: Using Avapro with lithium may cause an increase in lithium levels, leading to lithium toxicity. If you are taking both medications, your healthcare provider should regularly check your lithium levels to avoid potential toxicity.
- Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) Including Selective Cyclooxygenase-2 Inhibitors (COX-2 Inhibitors): Combining Avapro with NSAIDs, especially in older adults or those with kidney issues, can worsen kidney function or even lead to acute kidney failure. Regular monitoring of kidney function is necessary if these drugs are taken together, as the effects are usually reversible.
- Dual Blockade of the Renin-Angiotensin System (RAS): Using Avapro with other medications that block the RAS, such as ACE inhibitors or aliskiren, increases the risk of low blood pressure, high potassium, and kidney problems. This combination often doesn’t provide extra benefits, so it’s usually better to avoid it unless specifically advised by your doctor, with close monitoring of blood pressure, kidney function, and electrolytes.
Alternative Medications
- Cozaar (losartan)
- Lopressor (metoprolol)
- Norvasc (amlodipine besylate)
- Coreg (carvedilol)
Cost & Coupons
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Our goal is to offer high-quality medications, like Avapro, at competitive prices, making healthcare accessible and affordable for all.
Exceptional Savings on Avapro
Avapro is a trusted medication commonly used to treat high blood pressure and improve kidney function in people with diabetes. However, it can often be quite expensive in the United States, with 75mg of 90 tablets costing up to $812.
Pharma Giant offers a cost-effective solution, providing Avapro at prices that won’t stretch your budget, ensuring you can access the treatment you need without the stress of high costs.
Avapro (Irbesartan) Pricing Table
| Strength | Quantity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 75mg | 90 tabs | $145.00 |
| 180 tabs | $280.00 | |
| 270 tabs | $411.00 | |
| 150mg | 90 tabs | $150.00 |
| 180 tabs | $290.00 | |
| 270 tabs | $429.00 | |
| 300mg | 90 tabs | $155.00 |
| 180 tabs | $300.00 | |
| 270 tabs | $441.00 |
Irbesartan (Generic) Pricing Table
| Strength | Quantity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 75mg | 100 tabs | $55.00 |
| 200 tabs | $100.00 | |
| 300 tabs | $141.00 | |
| 150mg | 100 tabs | $55.00 |
| 200 tabs | $100.00 | |
| 300 tabs | $141.00 | |
| 300mg | 100 tabs | $60.00 |
| 200 tabs | $120.00 | |
| 300 tabs | $171.00 |
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Ordering Information
- Prescription Required: You need a valid prescription to buy Avapro to ensure safety and compliance with medical regulations.
- Bulk Purchases: Patients can order up to a 90-day supply, making it easier to manage long-term treatment and costs.
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Disclaimer
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