Altoran 40mg Tablet 10'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Azilsartan 40 mg
Manufacturer
Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
ALTORAN 40MG TABLET contains Azilsartan which belongs to the group of medicines called Anti-hypertensives. It is used to manage high blood pressure (hypertension). This medicine used alone or in combination with other antihypertensive agents. High blood pressure (hypertension) is the force that a person’s blood exerts against the walls of their blood vessels. This pressure depends on the resistance of the blood vessels and
Uses
OF ALTORAN 40MG TABLET Used to manage high blood pressure (hypertension)
How It Works
ALTORAN 40MG TABLET helps in the management of high blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels and making it easier for the heart to pump blood. Azilsartan selectively inhibits angiotensin II from binding to the angiotensin II type-1 receptor (AT1). This receptor inhibition provides the antihypertensive activity of azilsartan because it blocks the pressor effects of angiotensin II. ALTORAN 40MG TABLET blocks this effect which in turn lowers down the blood pressure.
Directions for Use
Take ALTORAN 40MG TABLET as advised by your doctor. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
the above side effects worsens with time. USES OF ALTORAN 40MG TABLET Used to manage high blood pressure (hypertension) HOW ALTORAN 40MG TABLET WORKSALTORAN 40MG TABLET helps in the management of high blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels and making it easier for the heart to pump blood. Azilsartan selectively inhibits angiotensin II from binding to the angiotensin II type-1 receptor (AT1). This receptor inhibition provides the antihypertensive activity of azilsartan because it blocks the pressor effects of angiotensin II. ALTORAN 40MG TABLET blocks this effect which in turn lowers down the blood pressure. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake ALTORAN 40MG TABLET as advised by your doctor. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF ALTORAN 40MG TABLETCOMMON dizziness diarrhoea UNCOMMON low blood pressure (feeling of faintness or dizziness) tiredness swelling of hands, feet, or ankles (peripheral edema) nausea muscle spasms RAREStop taking ALTORAN 40MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: difficulties in breathing, or swallowing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue and/or throat itching of the skin with raised bumps or welts
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYALTORAN 40MG TABLET is not recommended in early pregnancy and more than 3 months pregnant, as it may cause serious harm to the baby. Consult your doctor before taking. BREASTFEEDINGALTORAN 40MG TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it may pass through the breast milk. Consult your doctor before taking it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizzy and tired after taking ALTORAN 40MG TABLET. ALCOHOLAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking ALTORAN 40MG TABLET because it might make you feel dizzier and light-headed. Consult your doctor for advice. KIDNEYALTORAN 40MG TABLET is not recommended for patients with impaired kidney function. It should be taken with caution in patients who are on dialysis or had renal transplant. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. LIVERALTORAN 40MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking. ALLERGYDo not take ALTORAN 40MG TABLET if you are allergic to Azilsartan or to any other ingredients of this medicine. HEART DISEASEALTORAN 40MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients having heart disease (heart failure, or recent heart attack), ever had a stroke, mitral valve stenosis (narrowing of valves in heart), obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (abnormal increase in the thickness of heart muscles). Consult your doctor before taking this medicine. OTHERSALTORAN 40MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you: have diabetes Before taking ALTORAN 40MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you: have lost a lot of body salts or fluid (vomiting, diarrhoea) have low blood pressure have hyperkalaemia (high levels of potassium in blood) have primary hyperaldosteronism (disease of adrenal glands) Use in pediatrics: There is limited data on the use of ALTORAN 40MG TABLET in children and adolescents (under 18 years of age). Hence, consult your doctor before taking the medicine. Use in geriatrics: ALTORAN 40MG TABLET should be used with caution in elder patients (above 75 years of age). Consult your doctor before taking.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug–Drug Interactions: Before taking ALTORAN 40MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: lithium (used for mental health problems) non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (medicines to relieve pain and inflammation) Ex. ibuprofen, diclofenac, celecoxib, acetylsalicylic acid potassium supplements, potassium-sparing medicines or salt substitutes containing potassium (medicines that increase the amount of potassium in blood) heparin (used for thinning the blood) medicines used to reduce blood pressure (Ex. aliskiren, enalapril, lisinopril, ramipril or valsartan, telmisartan, irbesartan) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of ALTORAN 40MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdosage are feeling faint and dizzy. SYNOPSIS Drug : Azilsartan Pharmacological Category : Angiotensin II receptor antagonists Therapeutic Indication : Hypertension Dosage Forms : Tablet MORE INFORMATION Keep ALTORAN 40MG TABLET out of reach of children Store at room temperature
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Last Updated
01 Nov 2022