Azilsartan Medoxomil

It is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist indicated for the treatment of hypertension, either alone or in combination with other antihypertensive agents.It is found to be more effective in reducing systolic blood pressure.

Indications

Hypertension.

Dosage

oral; 40-80 mg once daily.

Contra-Indications

hypersensitivity.

Special Precautions

Paediatric: Data not sufficient. Pregnancy: Category C for first trimester and category D for second and third trimester. Lactation: Data not sufficient. Elderly: Serum creatinine to be monitored.

Side Effects

Hypotension/orthostatic hypotension, diarrhea, nausea, asthenia, spasm, dizziness.

Drug Interactions

NSIDS/COX-2 inhibitors, ACE inhibitors.