Irbesartan
Irbesartan (pronounced: ir-be-SAR-tan) is a medication used primarily for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) and nephropathy in type 2 diabetes. It belongs to a class of drugs known as angiotensin II receptor antagonists.
Etymology
The name "Irbesartan" is derived from its chemical structure. The "irbe" part of the name is a reference to its iridoid backbone, while the "sartan" suffix is common to all drugs in the angiotensin II receptor antagonist class.
Usage
Irbesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Irbesartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Irbesartan
- Wikipedia's article - Irbesartan
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