Arbazeal ES 80 Tablet (Azilsartan medoxomil 80)

Arbazeal -ES 80 Tablet

Arabazeal 80 mg Tablet is an anti-hypertensive medicine. It is used alone or in combination with other medications for the treatment of hypertension, also known as high blood pressure. This medicine improves the blood flow by relaxing the blood vessels.

Arabazeal 80 mg Tablet shows side effects like nausea, fatigue, diarrhoea, etc. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you for a long time or become severe. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines as this medicine can make you feel dizzy.

Arabazeal 80 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. Your doctor will determine the dose based on the severity of your condition. Take it around the same time every day to maintain a constant level of the medicine in your body and for the ease of remembering. Follow a strict diet and exercise regime for better control of your blood pressure. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor, as it may cause an increase in blood pressure and worsen your condition.

Arabazeal 80 mg Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. If you have kidney or liver problems or hyperkalaemia (high blood potassium levels), inform your doctor before taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines to avoid undesired effects.

Arabazeal 80 mg Tablet is unsafe for use during pregnancy. Also, consult your doctor if you are planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding. This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not clinically established.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Arabazeal 80 mg Tablet
Azildac 80 mg Tablet
Zydus Cadila
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Arabazeal 80 mg Tablet
Diarrhoea
Dizziness
Nausea
Fatigue
Cough
Sweating
Blurred vision
Muscle spasm

Uses of Arabazeal 80 mg Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Hypertension
Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a common condition in which the force exerted by the blood against your artery walls is high enough that it may eventually cause health problems, such as heart disease. Arabazeal 80 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of high blood pressure, which may be caused by genetic and/or environmental factors.

Related Product

Arbazeal ES 40 Tablet
Arbazeal ES 80 Tablet

When not to use?

Allergy
Arabazeal 80 mg Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Aliskiren
Aliskiren is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure. Coadministration of Aliskiren and Arabazeal 80 mg Tablet is not recommended due to the increased risk of serious side effects. This risk is especially higher in the elderly and in people having diabetes and/or kidney problems.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Arabazeal 80 mg Tablet is unsafe for use during pregnancy as it can harm your foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
Breast-feeding
It is not known whether Arabazeal 80 mg Tablet passes into the breastmilk. Consult your doctor for further guidance if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings
Hyperkalaemia
Arabazeal 80 mg Tablet should be used with caution as it may cause hyperkalaemia (an increase in the potassium levels in the blood). This may cause complications related to the heart or kidneys. Your doctor may suggest tests to closely monitor your potassium levels if necessary while taking this medicine.
Low blood pressure
Arabazeal 80 mg Tablet may cause hypotension (low blood pressure) in some people who have dehydration or high urinary output. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine based on your clinical condition.
Kidney impairment
Arabazeal 80 mg Tablet should be used with caution if you have kidney problems as a diseased kidney will not be able to filter the medicine properly. This can increase the risk of toxicity. Your doctor will monitor your kidney functions closely and/or adjust your dose if required.
Use in children
Arabazeal 80 mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children less than 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not clinically known.
Liver disease
Arabazeal 80 mg Tablet is broken down in your liver. Hence, it should be used with caution if you have impaired liver function. This may increase the level of the unused medicine in your blood, causing an increased risk of side effects.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Take the missed dose of Arabazeal 80 mg Tablet as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Never take more than the prescribed dose. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose of Arabazeal 80 mg Tablet.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
N/A
Instructions
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with Arabazeal 80 mg Tablet as it may lower your blood pressure and can cause dizziness, lightheadedness, headache, and/or changes in heart rate.
Interaction with Medicine
Captopril
Insulin
Trimethoprim
Disease interactions
Angioedema
Arabazeal 80 mg Tablet should be used with caution if you have a history of angioedema (swelling of the deep layers of the skin) as this medicine can trigger or aggravate it.
Congestive heart failure
Arabazeal 80 mg Tablet should be used with extreme caution if you have congestive heart failure (the heart is unable to pump blood efficiently) due to the increased risk of kidney damage and myocardial ischemia (a condition that occurs when blood flow to the heart muscle is obstructed). Thus it may further worsen your condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

Take Arabazeal 80 mg Tablet with or without food. Never take more than the prescribed dose. Take this medicine at around the same time every day to avoid missing the dose.

Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor, as it may worsen your condition.

Arabazeal 80 mg Tablet may cause high blood potassium levels. Hence, avoid potassium-rich food while taking this medicine.

Inform your doctor if you experience any side effects that persist or worsen.

This medicine can cause dizziness, so get up slowly from a sitting position to avoid feeling dizzy.