Question 1

What is Amlodipine (Amlodipine Besilate); Irbesartan used for?

Accepted Answer

High blood pressure (hypertension), especially when one medicine alone is not enough to bring your BP down to normal levels

Question 2

How do you take Amlodipine (Amlodipine Besilate); Irbesartan?

Accepted Answer

Take one tablet once a day, at the same time each day. You can take it with or without food. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Your doctor will decide which strength is right for you based on how your blood pressure responds.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Amlodipine (Amlodipine Besilate); Irbesartan?

Accepted Answer

Swelling of the ankles or feet, dizziness or lightheadedness especially when you stand up quickly, feeling tired or weak, headache, flushing or feeling warm in the face

Question 4

Who should not take Amlodipine (Amlodipine Besilate); Irbesartan?

Accepted Answer

People who are allergic to Amlodipine, Irbesartan, or any ingredient in the tablet. Pregnant women or women planning to get pregnant. People with severe liver problems or very low blood pressure. People with diabetes or kidney problems who are already taking a medicine called Aliskiren. Anyone with severe narrowing of the aortic heart valve.

Question 5

Is Amlodipine (Amlodipine Besilate); Irbesartan safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

This drug is NOT safe during pregnancy — it can seriously harm or even kill your unborn baby, especially in the second and third trimesters. If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, tell your doctor immediately so they can switch you to a safer medicine.

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