The general use of the
The antihypertensive drug, angiotensin II receptor antagonist. He, in particular, and irreversibly blocks receptors angiotenzina which leads to reduction of the biological effects of angiotensin II. Angiotensin II effects include narrowing of blood vessels and stimulating effect on the secretion of aldosterone, and the activation of the sympathetic nervous system. As a result of blood pressure drops and the heart should not work with a full heart to pump blood. It does not affect the concentration or triglycerides, cholesterol, glucose, uric acid in the plasma of blood and excretion of uric acid in the urine.

Method of application and the direction of
Initial dose is 150 mg, and this can be increased to 300 mg necessary. In some cases, as a low content of chloride, treatment with some diuretics and other initial size of the dose should be less. Avapro is taken once a day, preferably at the same time.

Precautions
It should be entered with renal or hepatic insufficiency, cardiac insufficiency after severe vomiting or diarrhea, but also in simultaneous treatment dioretikami potassium save or preparations containing potassium. This drug causes serious harm to the unborn child (possible death), if it is managed and used during the last six months of pregnancy.

Contraindications
Pregnancy, child age, increased sensitivity to Avapro.

Possible side effect
The most common side effects are diarrhea, abdominal pain, or heartburn. In case, if you have any allergic reactions to drugs (fever, shortness of breath, urticaria), contact your doctor. Avapro may cause a condition that causes a disruption of skeletal muscle tissue, and then in renal failure. Also contact your doctor if you have muscle pain, tenderness or weakness, especially if you also have vomiting, dark urine, difficulty urinating.

Drug interaction
No significant drug interactions have been described for this medicine. While the reception with potassium save diuretics potassium levels may increase in blood plasma.

Missed dose
Never take a double dose of the drug. If it is almost time for next reception of only the missing part of and to continue to take the medication, in accordance with the schedule.

Overdose
Immediate medical assistance is necessary in case of overdose symptoms include fast or slow heartbeat, dizziness.

Storage
Tablets should be stored at room temperature, 15-30 C (59-86 F).

Refusal
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