Dosing & Uses
Dosage Forms & Strengths
tablet
- 400mg
- 600mg
Hypertension
Initial: 600 mg PO qDay, in patients without intravascular volume depletion
Maintenance: 400-800 mg/day PO qDay OR divided q12hr PO (twice daily may improve effect)
See also combo with hydrochlorothiazide (Teveten HCT)
Generally adjust qMonth; more aggressively in high-risk patients
Renal Impairment
Dose adjustment not necessary; carefully monitor patient; not to exceed 600 mg/day
Hepatic Impairment
Dose adjustment not necessary; carefully monitor patient; not to exceed 600 mg/day
Additional Information
Similar dosing has been used in diabetic nephropathy, and CHF
Safety and efficacy not established
Hypertension
Initial: 600 mg PO qDay, in patients without intravascular volume depletion
Maintenance: 400-800 mg/day PO qDay OR divided q12hr PO (twice daily may improve effect)
See also combo with hydrochlorothiazide (Teveten HCT)
Generally adjust qMonth; more aggressively in high-risk patients
Interactions
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Contraindicated
Serious - Use Alternative
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Minor
Contraindicated (2)
- aliskiren
eprosartan decreases effects of aliskiren by Other (see comment). Contraindicated. Comment: Aliskiren use contraindicated with ARBs in patients with diabetes; avoid coadministration with ARBs if GFR. In patients who are elderly, volume-depleted (including those on diuretic therapy), or with compromised renal function, coadministration of ARBS with drugs that affect RAAS may increase the risk of renal impairment (including acute renal failure) and cause loss of antihypertensive effect. Monitor renal function periodically.
- sparsentan
sparsentan, eprosartan. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Contraindicated. Coadministration of ARBs with sparsentan is associated with increased risks of hypotension, syncope, hyperkalemia, and changes in renal function (eg, acute renal failure).
Serious - Use Alternative (13)
- benazepril
eprosartan, benazepril. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Dual blockade of renin-angiotensin system increases risks of hypotension, hyperkalemia, and renal impairment.
- captopril
eprosartan, captopril. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Dual blockade of renin-angiotensin system increases risks of hypotension, hyperkalemia, and renal impairment.
- enalapril
eprosartan, enalapril. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Dual blockade of renin-angiotensin system increases risks of hypotension, hyperkalemia, and renal impairment.
- fosinopril
eprosartan, fosinopril. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Dual blockade of renin-angiotensin system increases risks of hypotension, hyperkalemia, and renal impairment.
- lisinopril
eprosartan, lisinopril. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Dual blockade of renin-angiotensin system increases risks of hypotension, hyperkalemia, and renal impairment.
- lithium
eprosartan increases toxicity of lithium by decreasing renal clearance. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- lofexidine
lofexidine, eprosartan. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration with other drugs that decrease pulse or blood pressure to mitigate risk of excessive bradycardia and hypotension.
- moexipril
eprosartan, moexipril. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Dual blockade of renin-angiotensin system increases risks of hypotension, hyperkalemia, and renal impairment.
- perindopril
eprosartan, perindopril. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Dual blockade of renin-angiotensin system increases risks of hypotension, hyperkalemia, and renal impairment.
- potassium phosphates, IV
eprosartan and potassium phosphates, IV both increase serum potassium. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- quinapril
eprosartan, quinapril. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Dual blockade of renin-angiotensin system increases risks of hypotension, hyperkalemia, and renal impairment.
- ramipril
eprosartan, ramipril. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Dual blockade of renin-angiotensin system increases risks of hypotension, hyperkalemia, and renal impairment.
- trandolapril
eprosartan, trandolapril. Either increases toxicity of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Dual blockade of renin-angiotensin system increases risks of hypotension, hyperkalemia, and renal impairment.
Monitor Closely (123)
- acebutolol
eprosartan and acebutolol both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
acebutolol, eprosartan. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of fetal compromise if given during pregnancy. - aceclofenac
eprosartan and aceclofenac both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
- acemetacin
eprosartan and acemetacin both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
- albiglutide
eprosartan increases effects of albiglutide by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Angiotensin II receptor antagonists may enhance hypoglycemic effects of antidiabetic agents by improving insulin sensitivity. Monitor patients for changes in glycemic control.
- aldesleukin
aldesleukin increases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- amifostine
amifostine, eprosartan. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Coadministration with blood pressure lowering agents may increase the risk and severity of hypotension associated with amifostine. When amifostine is used at chemotherapeutic doses, withhold blood pressure lowering medications for 24 hr prior to amifostine; if blood pressure lowering medication cannot be withheld, do not administer amifostine.
- amiloride
eprosartan and amiloride both increase serum potassium. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- aspirin
eprosartan and aspirin both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
aspirin decreases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.
eprosartan, aspirin. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals. - aspirin rectal
eprosartan and aspirin rectal both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
- aspirin/citric acid/sodium bicarbonate
aspirin/citric acid/sodium bicarbonate decreases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.
eprosartan and aspirin/citric acid/sodium bicarbonate both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
eprosartan, aspirin/citric acid/sodium bicarbonate. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals. - atenolol
eprosartan and atenolol both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
atenolol, eprosartan. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of fetal compromise if given during pregnancy. - avanafil
avanafil increases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- bendroflumethiazide
eprosartan increases and bendroflumethiazide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.
- betaxolol
eprosartan and betaxolol both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
betaxolol, eprosartan. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of fetal compromise if given during pregnancy. - bisoprolol
eprosartan and bisoprolol both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
bisoprolol, eprosartan. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of fetal compromise if given during pregnancy. - bretylium
eprosartan, bretylium. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Each drug may cause hypotension.
- brimonidine
brimonidine increases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- bumetanide
eprosartan increases and bumetanide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.
- canagliflozin
eprosartan and canagliflozin both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
- carbenoxolone
eprosartan increases and carbenoxolone decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.
- carvedilol
eprosartan and carvedilol both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
carvedilol, eprosartan. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of fetal compromise if given during pregnancy. - celecoxib
eprosartan and celecoxib both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
celecoxib decreases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.
eprosartan, celecoxib. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals. - celiprolol
eprosartan and celiprolol both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
celiprolol, eprosartan. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of fetal compromise if given during pregnancy. - chlorothiazide
eprosartan increases and chlorothiazide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.
- chlorthalidone
eprosartan increases and chlorthalidone decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.
- choline magnesium trisalicylate
eprosartan and choline magnesium trisalicylate both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
choline magnesium trisalicylate decreases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.
eprosartan, choline magnesium trisalicylate. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals. - cyclopenthiazide
eprosartan increases and cyclopenthiazide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.
- dalteparin
dalteparin increases toxicity of eprosartan by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Low molecular weight heparins may suppress adrenal aldosterone secretion, which can potentially cause hyperkalemia.
- dichlorphenamide
dichlorphenamide and eprosartan both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
- diclofenac
eprosartan and diclofenac both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
diclofenac decreases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.
eprosartan, diclofenac. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals. - diflunisal
eprosartan and diflunisal both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
diflunisal decreases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.
eprosartan, diflunisal. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals. - digoxin
eprosartan and digoxin both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
- dopexamine
eprosartan increases and dopexamine decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.
- drospirenone
eprosartan and drospirenone both increase serum potassium. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- enoxaparin
enoxaparin increases toxicity of eprosartan by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Low molecular weight heparins may suppress adrenal aldosterone secretion, which can potentially cause hyperkalemia.
- eplerenone
eprosartan, eplerenone. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hyperkalemia.
- esmolol
eprosartan and esmolol both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
esmolol, eprosartan. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of fetal compromise if given during pregnancy. - ethacrynic acid
eprosartan increases and ethacrynic acid decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.
- etodolac
eprosartan and etodolac both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
etodolac decreases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.
eprosartan, etodolac. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals. - exenatide injectable solution
eprosartan increases effects of exenatide injectable solution by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Angiotensin II receptor antagonists may enhance hypoglycemic effects of antidiabetic agents by improving insulin sensitivity. Monitor patients for changes in glycemic control.
- exenatide injectable suspension
eprosartan increases effects of exenatide injectable suspension by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Angiotensin II receptor antagonists may enhance hypoglycemic effects of antidiabetic agents by improving insulin sensitivity. Monitor patients for changes in glycemic control.
- fenbufen
eprosartan and fenbufen both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
- fenoprofen
eprosartan and fenoprofen both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
fenoprofen decreases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.
eprosartan, fenoprofen. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals. - flurbiprofen
eprosartan and flurbiprofen both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
flurbiprofen decreases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.
eprosartan, flurbiprofen. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals. - furosemide
eprosartan increases and furosemide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.
- gentamicin
eprosartan increases and gentamicin decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.
- heparin
heparin increases toxicity of eprosartan by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Low molecular weight heparins may suppress adrenal aldosterone secretion, which can potentially cause hyperkalemia.
- hydrochlorothiazide
eprosartan increases and hydrochlorothiazide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ibuprofen
eprosartan and ibuprofen both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
ibuprofen decreases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.
eprosartan, ibuprofen. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals. - ibuprofen IV
ibuprofen IV decreases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.
eprosartan and ibuprofen IV both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
eprosartan, ibuprofen IV. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals. - indapamide
eprosartan increases and indapamide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.
- indomethacin
eprosartan and indomethacin both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
indomethacin decreases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.
eprosartan, indomethacin. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals. - insulin aspart
eprosartan increases effects of insulin aspart by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Concomitant use of insulin and ARBs may require insulin dosage adjustment and increased glucose monitoring.
- insulin aspart protamine/insulin aspart
eprosartan increases effects of insulin aspart protamine/insulin aspart by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Concomitant use of insulin and ARBs may require insulin dosage adjustment and increased glucose monitoring.
- insulin degludec
eprosartan, insulin degludec. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Both drugs decrease blood glucose.
eprosartan increases effects of insulin degludec by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Concomitant use of insulin and ARBs may require insulin dosage adjustment and increased glucose monitoring. - insulin degludec/insulin aspart
eprosartan, insulin degludec/insulin aspart. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Both drugs decrease blood glucose.
- insulin detemir
eprosartan increases effects of insulin detemir by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Concomitant use of insulin and ARBs may require insulin dosage adjustment and increased glucose monitoring.
- insulin glargine
eprosartan increases effects of insulin glargine by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Concomitant use of insulin and ARBs may require insulin dosage adjustment and increased glucose monitoring.
- insulin glulisine
eprosartan increases effects of insulin glulisine by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Concomitant use of insulin and ARBs may require insulin dosage adjustment and increased glucose monitoring.
- insulin inhaled
eprosartan, insulin inhaled. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Both drugs decrease blood glucose.
eprosartan increases effects of insulin inhaled by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Concomitant use of insulin and ARBs may require insulin dosage adjustment and increased glucose monitoring. - insulin isophane human/insulin regular human
eprosartan increases effects of insulin isophane human/insulin regular human by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Concomitant use of insulin and ARBs may require insulin dosage adjustment and increased glucose monitoring.
- insulin lispro
eprosartan increases effects of insulin lispro by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Concomitant use of insulin and ARBs may require insulin dosage adjustment and increased glucose monitoring.
- insulin lispro protamine/insulin lispro
eprosartan increases effects of insulin lispro protamine/insulin lispro by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Concomitant use of insulin and ARBs may require insulin dosage adjustment and increased glucose monitoring.
- insulin NPH
eprosartan increases effects of insulin NPH by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Concomitant use of insulin and ARBs may require insulin dosage adjustment and increased glucose monitoring.
- insulin regular human
eprosartan increases effects of insulin regular human by unspecified interaction mechanism. Use Caution/Monitor. Concomitant use of insulin and ARBs may require insulin dosage adjustment and increased glucose monitoring.
- ketoprofen
eprosartan and ketoprofen both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
ketoprofen decreases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.
eprosartan, ketoprofen. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals. - ketorolac
eprosartan and ketorolac both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
ketorolac decreases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.
eprosartan, ketorolac. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals. - ketorolac intranasal
eprosartan and ketorolac intranasal both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
ketorolac intranasal decreases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.
eprosartan, ketorolac intranasal. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals. - labetalol
eprosartan and labetalol both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
labetalol, eprosartan. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of fetal compromise if given during pregnancy. - levodopa
levodopa increases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Consider decreasing dosage of antihypertensive agent.
- liraglutide
eprosartan increases effects of liraglutide by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Angiotensin II receptor antagonists may enhance hypoglycemic effects of antidiabetic agents by improving insulin sensitivity. Monitor patients for changes in glycemic control.
- lornoxicam
eprosartan and lornoxicam both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
- lurasidone
lurasidone increases effects of eprosartan by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Potential for increased risk of hypotension with concurrent use. Monitor blood pressure and adjust dose of antihypertensive agent as needed.
- maitake
maitake increases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- maraviroc
maraviroc, eprosartan. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Increased risk of orthostatic hypotension.
- meclofenamate
meclofenamate decreases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.
eprosartan and meclofenamate both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
eprosartan, meclofenamate. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals. - mefenamic acid
eprosartan and mefenamic acid both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
mefenamic acid decreases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.
eprosartan, mefenamic acid. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals. - meloxicam
eprosartan and meloxicam both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
meloxicam decreases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.
eprosartan, meloxicam. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals. - methyclothiazide
eprosartan increases and methyclothiazide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor. .
- methylphenidate
methylphenidate will decrease the level or effect of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. Methylphenidate may diminish antihypertensive effects. Monitor BP.
- methylphenidate transdermal
methylphenidate transdermal decreases effects of eprosartan by anti-hypertensive channel blocking. Use Caution/Monitor.
- metolazone
eprosartan increases and metolazone decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.
- metoprolol
eprosartan and metoprolol both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
metoprolol, eprosartan. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of fetal compromise if given during pregnancy. - nabumetone
eprosartan and nabumetone both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
nabumetone decreases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.
eprosartan, nabumetone. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals. - nadolol
eprosartan and nadolol both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
nadolol, eprosartan. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of fetal compromise if given during pregnancy. - naproxen
eprosartan and naproxen both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
naproxen decreases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.
eprosartan, naproxen. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals. - nebivolol
eprosartan and nebivolol both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
nebivolol, eprosartan. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of fetal compromise if given during pregnancy. - nitroglycerin rectal
nitroglycerin rectal, eprosartan. Either increases effects of the other by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Observe for possible additive hypotensive effects during concomitant use. .
- oxaprozin
eprosartan and oxaprozin both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
oxaprozin decreases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.
eprosartan, oxaprozin. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals. - parecoxib
eprosartan and parecoxib both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
- penbutolol
eprosartan and penbutolol both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
penbutolol, eprosartan. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of fetal compromise if given during pregnancy. - pindolol
eprosartan and pindolol both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
pindolol, eprosartan. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of fetal compromise if given during pregnancy. - piroxicam
eprosartan and piroxicam both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
piroxicam decreases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.
eprosartan, piroxicam. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals. - potassium acid phosphate
eprosartan and potassium acid phosphate both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
- potassium chloride
eprosartan and potassium chloride both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
- potassium citrate
eprosartan and potassium citrate both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
- potassium citrate/citric acid
eprosartan and potassium citrate/citric acid both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
- potassium iodide
potassium iodide and eprosartan both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor. Potassium salts may increase the hyperkalemic effects of ARBs; the effect may be the result of aldosterone suppression in patients receiving ARBs.
- propranolol
eprosartan and propranolol both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
propranolol, eprosartan. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of fetal compromise if given during pregnancy. - sacubitril/valsartan
eprosartan and sacubitril/valsartan both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
- salicylates (non-asa)
eprosartan and salicylates (non-asa) both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
- salsalate
eprosartan and salsalate both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
salsalate decreases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.
eprosartan, salsalate. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals. - sodium sulfate/?magnesium sulfate/potassium chloride
sodium sulfate/?magnesium sulfate/potassium chloride increases toxicity of eprosartan by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Coadministration with medications that cause fluid and electrolyte abnormalities may increase the risk of adverse events of seizure, arrhythmias, and renal impairment.
- sodium sulfate/potassium sulfate/magnesium sulfate
sodium sulfate/potassium sulfate/magnesium sulfate increases toxicity of eprosartan by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Coadministration with medications that cause fluid and electrolyte abnormalities may increase the risk of adverse events of seizure, arrhythmias, and renal impairment.
- sotalol
eprosartan and sotalol both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
sotalol, eprosartan. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of fetal compromise if given during pregnancy. - spironolactone
eprosartan and spironolactone both increase serum potassium. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- sulfasalazine
eprosartan and sulfasalazine both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
sulfasalazine decreases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.
eprosartan, sulfasalazine. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals. - sulindac
eprosartan and sulindac both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
sulindac decreases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.
eprosartan, sulindac. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals. - synthetic human angiotensin II
eprosartan decreases effects of synthetic human angiotensin II by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- tadalafil
tadalafil increases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- terbutaline
eprosartan increases and terbutaline decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.
- timolol
eprosartan and timolol both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
timolol, eprosartan. Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of fetal compromise if given during pregnancy. - tizanidine
tizanidine increases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor. Risk of hypotension.
- tolfenamic acid
eprosartan and tolfenamic acid both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
- tolmetin
eprosartan and tolmetin both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
tolmetin decreases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. NSAIDs decrease synthesis of vasodilating renal prostaglandins, and thus affect fluid homeostasis and may diminish antihypertensive effect.
eprosartan, tolmetin. Either increases toxicity of the other by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: May result in renal function deterioration, particularly in elderly or volume depleted individuals. - tolvaptan
eprosartan and tolvaptan both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
- torsemide
eprosartan increases and torsemide decreases serum potassium. Effect of interaction is not clear, use caution. Use Caution/Monitor.
- treprostinil
treprostinil increases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- triamterene
eprosartan and triamterene both increase serum potassium. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- trimethoprim
trimethoprim and eprosartan both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor. Trimethoprim decreases urinary potassium excretion. May cause hyperkalemia, particularly with high doses, renal insufficiency, or when combined with other drugs that cause hyperkalemia.
- valsartan
eprosartan and valsartan both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
- voclosporin
voclosporin and eprosartan both increase serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
voclosporin, eprosartan. Either increases toxicity of the other by nephrotoxicity and/or ototoxicity. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Coadministration with drugs associated with nephrotoxicity may increase the risk for acute and/or chronic nephrotoxicity. - xipamide
xipamide increases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic synergism. Use Caution/Monitor.
Minor (8)
- agrimony
agrimony increases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- cornsilk
cornsilk increases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- entecavir
eprosartan, entecavir. Either increases effects of the other by decreasing renal clearance. Minor/Significance Unknown. Coadministration with drugs that reduce renal function or compete for active tubular secretion may increase serum concentrations of either entecavir or the coadministered drug.
- food
food decreases levels of eprosartan by inhibition of GI absorption. Applies only to oral form of both agents. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- noni juice
eprosartan and noni juice both increase serum potassium. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- octacosanol
octacosanol increases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- reishi
reishi increases effects of eprosartan by pharmacodynamic synergism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- shepherd's purse
shepherd's purse, eprosartan. Other (see comment). Minor/Significance Unknown. Comment: Theoretically, shepherd's purse may interfere with BP control.
Adverse Effects
1-10%
Upper respiratory infection (8%)
Cough (4%)
Abdominal pain (2%)
Fatigue (2%)
Frequency Not Defined
Facial edema
Dizziness
Headache
Neutropenia
Back pain
Myalgia
Warnings
Black Box 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
Pregnancy (2nd/3rd trimesters): significant risk of fetal/neonatal morbidity and mortality
Bilateral renal artery stenosis
Do not coadminister with aliskiren in patients with diabetes
Cautions
Angioedema, hypovolemia, hyperkalemia, surgery, and anesthesia
Discontinue STAT if pregnant: potential risk of congenital malformations (see Contraindications and Black Box Warnings)
Risk of hypotension, especially if hypovolemic/hyponatremic, or on concomitant diuretics or dialysis
Dual blockade of the renin angiotensin system with ARBs, ACE inhibitors, or aliskiren associated with increased risk for hypotension, hyperkalemia, and renal function changes (including acute renal failure) compared to monotherapy
Risk of anaphylactoid reactions and/or angioedema
Increased risk of renal dysfunction with CHF
Renal/hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy Category: C (1st trimester); D (2nd & 3rd trimesters). During the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, these drugs have been associated with fetal injury that includes hypotension, neonatal skull hypoplasia, anuria, reversible or irreversible renal failure, and death
Lactation: excretion in milk unknown/not recommended
Pregnancy Categories
A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.
B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk. C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done. D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk. X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist. NA: Information not available.Pharmacology
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
May induce more complete inhibition of renin-angiotensin system compared with ACE inhibitors; does not affect response to bradykinin
Inhibits the pressor effects of an angiotensin II infusion in a dose-related manner
Pharmacokinetics
Half-Life: 5-9 hr
Onset: 4 hr
Peak Plasma Time: 4 hr
Bioavailability: 13%, food & age increases absorption
Protein Bound: 98%
Vd: 3.8 L
Metabolism: Partially conjugated with glucuronic acid in liver
Metabolites: Acyl glucuronide metabolite (inactive)
Excretion: Feces (90%), urine (7%)
Clearance
- Total Body: 48.5 L/hr
- Renal: 39-45 mL/min
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eprosartan oral
EPROSARTAN - ORAL
(eh-pro-SAR-tan)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Teveten
WARNING: This drug can cause serious (possibly fatal) harm to an unborn baby if used during pregnancy. It is important to prevent pregnancy while taking this medication. Consult your doctor for more details and to discuss the use of reliable forms of birth control while taking this medication. If you are planning pregnancy, become pregnant, or think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor right away.
USES: Eprosartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Eprosartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs).
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth, usually once or twice daily or as directed by your doctor. You may take this drug with or without food. Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at the same time(s) each day.The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy. For the treatment of high blood pressure, it may take 2 to 3 weeks before you get the full benefit of this drug.Keep taking this medication even if you feel well. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick.Inform your doctor if your condition worsens (such as your routine blood pressure readings increase).
SIDE EFFECTS: See also How to Use section.You may experience dizziness, lightheadedness, and blurred vision as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects last or get worse, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: fainting, decreased sexual ability, muscle pain, symptoms of a high potassium blood level (such as muscle weakness, slow/irregular heartbeat).Although eprosartan may be used to prevent kidney problems or treat people who have kidney problems, it may also rarely cause serious kidney problems or make them worse. Your doctor will check your kidney function while you are taking eprosartan. Tell your doctor right away if you have any signs of kidney problems such as a change in the amount of urine.A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.In the US -Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
PRECAUTIONS: Before taking eprosartan, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to ACE inhibitors (such as captopril, lisinopril); or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: liver disease, high level of potassium in the blood, dehydration.This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you more dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).To minimize dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a seated or lying position.This medication may increase your potassium levels. Before using potassium supplements or salt substitutes that contain potassium, consult your doctor or pharmacist.Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist that you are taking this medication.Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. You should not become pregnant while using eprosartan. Eprosartan may harm an unborn baby. If you become pregnant, talk to your doctor right away about the risks and benefits of this medication. (See also Warning section.)It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: See also How to Use and Precautions sections.Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.Some products that may interact with this drug are: aliskiren, lithium, drugs that may increase the level of potassium in the blood (such as ACE inhibitors including benazepril/lisinopril, birth control pills containing drospirenone).Some products have ingredients that could raise your blood pressure or worsen your heart failure. Tell your pharmacist what products you are using, and ask how to use them safely (especially cough-and-cold products, diet aids, or NSAIDs such as ibuprofen/naproxen).
OVERDOSE: If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center. Symptoms of overdose may include unusually fast or slow heartbeat, severe dizziness, fainting.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others.Lifestyle changes such as stress reduction programs, exercise and dietary changes may increase the effectiveness of this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about lifestyle changes that might benefit you.Lab and/or medical tests (such as kidney function, potassium blood level) should be done while you are taking this medication. Keep all medical and lab appointments. Consult your doctor for more details.Have your blood pressure checked regularly while taking this medication. Learn how to monitor your own blood pressure at home. Discuss this with your doctor.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Take your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets.Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.
Information last revised December 2022. Copyright(c) 2023 First Databank, Inc.
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