Drug interactions
Eprosartan + Telmisartan-amlodipine
Severity: Major
Eprosartan and Telmisartan-amlodipine: major interaction.
Last updated Sources: US FDA label
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Summary
Both contain angiotensin receptor blockers, so combining them provides dual ARB therapy without proven benefit. It increases risks of hypotension, hyperkalemia and renal impairment.
What this interaction means in plain words
Eprosartan and Telmisartan-amlodipine can interact in a way that may be serious. Using them together is sometimes necessary, but it needs a deliberate decision by the prescriber, a plan for monitoring, and clear advice on the warning signs to watch for.
Eprosartan belongs to Cardiovascular; Telmisartan-amlodipine belongs to Cardiovascular.
Why it happens
Duplicate angiotensin II receptor blockade produces additive effects on blood pressure, renal function and potassium retention.
What to do
Avoid using two ARBs together and choose a single agent. If both have been taken, monitor blood pressure, creatinine and potassium.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Does the benefit of taking both outweigh the risk in my case?
- Do I need any blood test, ECG or other check while on both?
- What early warning signs should I watch for, and what should I do if they appear?
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References
Other interactions of Telmisartan-amlodipine
- Aliskiren + Telmisartan-amlodipine Contraindicated
- Sparsentan + Telmisartan-amlodipine Contraindicated
- Amifostine + Telmisartan-amlodipine Major
- Amiloride + Telmisartan-amlodipine Major
- Benazepril + Telmisartan-amlodipine Major
- Candesartan + Telmisartan-amlodipine Major
Other interactions of Eprosartan
- Aliskiren + Eprosartan Contraindicated
- Eprosartan + Sparsentan Contraindicated
- Amifostine + Eprosartan Major
- Amiloride + Eprosartan Major
- Amlodipine-benazepril + Eprosartan Major
- Amlodipine-hydrochlorothiazide-valsartan + Eprosartan Major
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Eprosartan with Telmisartan-amlodipine?
MediHelp rates the interaction as major. Eprosartan and Telmisartan-amlodipine can interact in a way that may be serious. Using them together is sometimes necessary, but it needs a deliberate decision by the prescriber, a plan for monitoring, and clear advice on the warning signs to watch for. Both contain angiotensin receptor blockers, so combining them provides dual ARB therapy without proven benefit. It increases risks of hypotension, hyperkalemia and renal impairment.
How serious is the interaction between Eprosartan and Telmisartan-amlodipine?
MediHelp rates it major, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Avoid using two ARBs together and choose a single agent. If both have been taken, monitor blood pressure, creatinine and potassium.
What other medicines interact with Telmisartan-amlodipine?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Telmisartan-amlodipine with, for example, Aliskiren, Sparsentan, Amifostine. The full list is on the Telmisartan-amlodipine page.
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