Pregnancy Interaction

• Azilsartan is not safe to take during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters.
• ARBs might cause:
• Kidney failure in the fetus
• Low levels of amniotic fluid (oligohydramnios)
• Lungs that don't grow well
• Abnormalities in the skull
• Death of the fetus in severe cases
• Women who want to get pregnant should not take this drug.
• ✔ Conclusion: Pregnant women should NOT take Azilsartan.

Faq For Medicine

Q1: What is Azilsartan 40 mg used for?
It is used to lower high blood pressure (hypertension).
A lot of the time, this is the best choice for people who don't respond well to other ARBs.

Q2. How long does it take to work?
It starts to lower blood pressure in two hours, and the complete impact can be visible in one to two weeks.

Q3. Is it okay to take it with food?
Yes, you can take it with or without food.

Q4. Does it make you cough like ACE inhibitors do?
No, Azilsartan doesn't usually make you cough.

Q5. Is it safe for people with kidney problems?
Yes, but you need to keep an eye on your kidneys and potassium levels.

Q6. If my blood pressure goes back to normal, may I stop taking the medicine?
No. Keep taking it as directed by your doctor unless they tell you to stop.

Expert Advice

• Every day, at the same time, in the morning or evening.
• Don't eat foods high in potassium, such bananas or coconut water, unless your doctor tells you to.
• To avoid getting dizzy, get up carefully from sitting or lying down.
• Stay away from alcohol; it could make low blood pressure episodes worse.
• Keep going even if your blood pressure is normal; high blood pressure needs to be controlled over time.
• Keep an eye on your blood pressure at home and keep a journal of it.
• Tell your doctor right away if your face or lips swell up or you feel very dizzy.

 Side Effects

• Normal:
• Dizziness
• Low blood pressure
• A lot of potassium
• Tiredness
• Pain in the head
• Cramps in the muscles
• Less Common:
• Sick to your stomach
• Pain in the back
• Stomach problems
• Rash on the skin
• Serious (rare):
• Problems with the kidneys
• Angioedema (swelling of the lips and face)
• Very low blood pressure

 How It Works

• Azilsartan is an ARB, or Angiotensin-II Receptor Blocker.
• Angiotensin II is a hormone that:
• Makes blood vessels smaller
• Raises blood pressure
• Azilsartan stops this hormone from working, which leads to:
• Blood vessels that are more relaxed and wider
• Lowered blood pressure
• Less work for the heart
• Protecting the kidneys (particularly in people with diabetes)
• It is one of the strongest ARBs and works well to reduce blood pressure.

Medicine Interaction

• Be careful when using with:
• Potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics (like Spironolactone) can raise potassium levels.
• NSAIDs (Ibuprofen, Diclofenac) → less effective and more stress on the kidneys
• Lithium → more harmful
• Diuretics → BP drop too much
• Other antihypertensives → contribute to the effect of low blood pressure
• ACE inhibitors: Don't take them with anything else unless your doctor says it's okay.
• Don't drink alcohol; it could make your dizziness worse.

 How to Use

• Take one pill per day or as directed.
• Can be taken with or without food.
• Take it all at once with water.
• If you forget to take a dose:
• Take when you recall
• If you're close to your next dose, skip it.
• Do not take two doses
• Don't stop taking it without talking to your doctor first.

 Uses / indications

• Primary hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Protecting the heart
• Protecting the kidneys, especially in those with diabetes
• Doctor-guided ways to stop a stroke or heart attack
• Control of BP in people who don't respond to other ARBs