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Pronounced: AVE-ah-pro Generic Name: Irbesartan (ir-be-SAR-tan)
Avapro is an angiotensin II receptor blocker used to treat high blood pressure. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Avapro works by by preventing a natural hormone called angiotensin II from tightening blood vessels, an action that tends to raise blood pressure. By relaxing the blood vessels, blood flows more smoothly and the pressure lowers.
DIRECTIONS AND USE: Follow the directions your doctor gives you for using this medicine.
MediNorth.com recommends that all patients become informed of the potential cautions,
side effects, drug/food interactions, etc. of taking this and other medications BEFORE using. This
information is generally available from your doctor or you can ask our pharmacists for information.
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