Drug reference
azilsartan
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Drug class
Cardiovascular (ARBs)
Mechanism of action
Angiotensin II blocker; displaces angiotensin II from AT1 receptor and may lower blood pressure by antagonizing AT1-induced vasoconstriction, aldosterone release, catecholamine release, arginine vasopressin release, water absorption, and hypertrophic responses
Common side effects
- Asthenia
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Musculoskeletal pain
- Diarrhea
Boxed warnings
- Discontinue as soon as possible when pregnancy is detected; affects renin-angiotensin system causing oligohydramnios, which may result in fetal injury and/or death
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity Do not coadminister with aliskiren in patients with diabetes
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is azilsartan?
azilsartan belongs to: Cardiovascular.
How does azilsartan work?
Angiotensin II blocker; displaces angiotensin II from AT1 receptor and may lower blood pressure by antagonizing AT1-induced vasoconstriction, aldosterone release, catecholamine release, arginine vasopressin release, water absorption, and hypertrophic responses
What are the common side effects of azilsartan?
Asthenia, Fatigue, Nausea, Musculoskeletal pain, Diarrhea
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