Irbesartan
Irbesartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker used for hypertension and selected diabetic kidney disease. Listed uses include Diabetic Nephropathy.
Key points
- It can raise potassium and alter kidney function.
- It can harm a developing fetus and needs prompt pregnancy review.
- Facial swelling, fainting or very little urine needs urgent care.
Listings are for comparison and general information; suitability and supply depend on clinician and pharmacy checks, monitoring and prescription requirements.
Important safety checks
Pregnancy, kidney function, potassium, dehydration, NSAIDs and lithium require review.
When to seek urgent care
Seek urgent help for facial or throat swelling, breathing difficulty, fainting, severe weakness or markedly reduced urine.