IROVEL H TAB

Overview

IROVEL H TAB is a Schedule H drug.

IROVEL H TAB is composed of: IRBESARTAN (150.0 MG), HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE (12.5 MG)

Irbesartan is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist. Irbesartan keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow. Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It is sometimes given together with other blood pressure medications. Irbesartan is also used to treat kidney problems caused by type 2 diabetes.

HCTZ (hydrochlorothiazide) is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention. HCTZ treats fluid retention (edema) in people with congestive heart failure, cirrhosis of the liver, or kidney disorders, or edema caused by taking steroids or estrogen. This medication is also used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

Usage

IRBESARTAN is generally used to treat: Blood Pressure, High, Diabetes Type 2

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE is generally used to treat: Edema, Hypertension

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

How Do I Take It?

IROVEL H TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for IROVEL H TAB and its Constituents

Dehydration, excessive sweating, vomiting, or diarrhea may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Contact your healthcare provider immediately. Patients who take medicine for high blood pressure often feel tired or run down for a few weeks after starting treatment. Be sure to take your medicine even if you don’t feel normal.  Caution needed while using in children, elderly patients. Lab tests, including blood pressure, blood electrolyte levels and heart, kidney, or liver function, may be performed while using this medication. Drinking alcohol can further lower your blood pressure and may increase certain side effects of irbesartan.
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of diabetes, gout, asthma or kidney, liver, thyroid disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption. It may raise blood sugar level, monitor sugar level regularly while taking this medication. Monitor kidney function, blood pressure and electrolyte levels while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

IRBESARTAN over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing, Dizziness, Fainting
HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Weakness (generalized), Dizziness, Dry Mouth, Increased Thirst

Common Side-Effects

IRBESARTAN : Chills, Confusion, Dizziness, Fainting, Lightheadedness, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Chest Pain, Pain With Urination, Irregular Heartbeat, Frequent Urge To Urinate, Lower Back Pain
HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE : Diarrhoea, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Lightheadedness, Head Headache, Decreased Urination, Confusion, Irregular Heartbeat

Serious Side-Effects

IRBESARTAN : Fainting, Irregular Heartbeat, Weakness (generalized)
HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE : Eyes Decreased Night Vision, Eyes Pain

Rare Side-Effects

IRBESARTAN : Chest Discomfort, Decreased Urination, Fever, Irregular Heartbeat, Nausea, Vomit, Weight Gain, Shortness Of Breath, Face Swelling
HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE : Body Itching, Face Swelling, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE can interfere with: Anuria, Hypokalemia, Diarrhoea, Hyperaldosteronism, Hyponatremia, Magnesium Deficiency, Vomiting, Heart Arrhythmias, Acute Liver Failure, Lupus Erythematosus, Acute Renal Failure, Asthma, Diabetes Mellitus, Impaired Glucose Tolerance, Hyperlipidemia, Hyperparathyroidism, Gout

Technical Classification

IRBESARTAN is categorized as: ANGIOTENSIN RECEPTOR BLOCKERS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS
HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE is categorized as: THIAZIDE DIURETICS / DIURETICS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Available Alternatives for IROVEL H TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

IROVEL H TAB	INR 120 for 10 TABLETS	IRBESARTAN 150.0 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG
XARB H 150MG/12.5MG TAB	INR 186.5 for 10 TABLETS	IRBESARTAN 150.0 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

COAPROVEL 300MG/12.5MG TAB

INR 320.6 for 14 TABLETS

IRBESARTAN 300.0 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG