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azilsartan (Edarbi)
azilsartan medoxomil
Indications:
- treatment of hypertension (chronic hypertension)
Contraindications:
- pregnancy
Dosage:
- 80 mg PO QD
- 40 mg PO QD in combination with high-dose diuretic
Tablets: 40 mg, 80 mg
Storage:
- store in orginal bottle
- sensitive to moisture & light [2]
- original container has a desiccant [3]
Interactions
drug adverse effects of angiotensin II receptor antagonists
monitor with ARBs
General
angiotensin II receptor antagonist (ARB)
Database Correlations
PUBCHEM correlations
References
- FDA NEWS RELEASE, February 25, 2011
FDA approves Edarbi to treat high blood pressure
- Prescriber's Letter 18(4): 2011
Comparison of Angiotensin Receptor Blockers
Detail-Document#: 270403
(subscription needed) http://www.prescribersletter.com
- Prescriber's Letter 21(6): 2014
Oral Meds to Keep in Original Containers
Detail-Document#: 300622
(subscription needed) http://www.prescribersletter.com
Component-of
azilsartan/chlorthalidone (Edarbyclor, Takeda)