Avapro TM
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Active ingredients: irbesartan
Brand name
(ARTG)
: AVAPRO irbesartan 150 mg tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
AVAPRO is indicated for the treatment of hypertension and for delaying the progression of renal disease in hypertensive type II diabetics with persistent micro-albuminuria (equal to or greater than 30 mg per 24 hours) or urinary protein in excess of 900 mg per 24 horus.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- White, biconvex, film-coated oval tablet with a heart shape debossed on one side and '2872' on the other
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 30 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient irbesartan
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems