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Accord tablet 300 mg 10’s

Accord tablet contains Irbesartan | belongs to Angiotensin II antagonist

Alternate brands of Accord tablet 300 mg 10’s

Brand Name Price Savings
Zepose tablet 150 mg 14’s  280.00 You will pay -50 more
Zepose tablet 300 mg 10’s  300.00 You will pay -70 more
Vepro tablet 300 mg 10’s  300.00 You will pay -70 more
Vepro tablet 150 mg 10’s  200.00 You can save 30
Irecon tablet 300 mg 10’s  376.34 You will pay -146.34 more
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How it works

Accord tablet 300 mg 10’s works by relaxing the blood vessels. This allows the blood to flow smoothly and decreases the blood pressure.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Accord tablet 300 mg 10’s

  • Increased potassium levels severe
  • Dizziness severe
  • Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet severe
  • Difficulty in breathing severe
  • Orthostatic Hypotension severe
  • Increased heart beat severe
  • Rash
  • Pharyngitis
  • Heartburn
  • Headache
  • Indigestion
  • Diarrhea
  • Dark colored urine
  • Stomach pain

Uses of Accord tablet 300 mg 10’s

What is it prescribed for?

  • Hypertension

    This medicine is used either alone or in combination with other medicines to reduce high blood pressure caused by genetic and/or environmental factors.

  • Diabetic Nephropathy

    This medicine is used in the treatment of kidney disease associated with diabetes mellitus.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

  • Onset of action

    The effect of this medicine can be observed within 1-2 hours of administration of the dose.

  • Duration of Effect

    The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 24 hours.

  • Safe with Alchohol?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is it habit forming?

    No habit forming tendency has been reported.

  • Usage in pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

  • Usage while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

When not to use?

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Accord tablet 300 mg 10’s or any other medicines of the same class.

  • Aliskiren

    Coadministration of Accord tablet 300 mg 10’s and aliskiren is not recommended in diabetic or renal impaired patients with creatinine clearance less than 60 ml/min due to the increased risk of severe side effects. These side effects may include hypotension, increased potassium levels, and worsening of renal disorders.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
  • Pregnancy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

  • Breast-feeding

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

General Warnings
  • Hypotension

    Symptomatic hypotension may occur in patients with volume depletion or patients who are treated with high doses of diuretics. It is advised to correct the condition before starting Accord tablet 300 mg 10’s or to start the treatment at reduced doses.

  • Hyperkalemia

    Accord tablet 300 mg 10’s may significantly increase the potassium levels in the blood (hyperkalemia). This may cause serious adverse effects. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Close monitoring of potassium levels and kidney functions is recommended during treatment with this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.

  • Pediatric dose

    The safety and efficacy of this medicine have not been established in children under the age of 16 years.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    If a dose of Accord tablet 300 mg 10’s is missed, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

Interaction with Medicines
  • Aliskiren severe
  • Insulin moderate
  • Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEI's) severe
  • Diclofenac moderate
  • Potassium sparing diuretics severe
  • Trimethoprim severe
Disease interactions
  • severe

    Accord tablet 300 mg 10’s should be used with caution in patients who are sodium depleted and/or volume depleted since it may increase the risk of hypotension. The volume depleted and/or sodium depleted state should be corrected before starting the therapy or the treatment should be started at a lower dose. Vital signs should be monitored closely during therapy with this medicine.

  • moderate

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of angioedema due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Report any symptoms such as swelling of the face or lips, difficulty swallowing, or difficulty breathing to the doctor immediately. Stop the medicine if any of the above signs appear and seek emergency medical treatment. Discontinue the therapy if angioedema is associated with Accord tablet 300 mg 10’s . Your doctor may prescribe an alternative medicine based on the clinical condition.

  • moderate

    Accord tablet 300 mg 10’s should be used with caution in patients with congestive heart failure, especially in volume or sodium depletion states, due to the increased risk of life-threatening side effects. These side effects may include renal failure, myocardial ischemia, and death. Close monitoring of kidney and heart function is necessary during treatment with this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe an alternative medicine based on the clinical condition.

Food interactions
  • It is recommended to avoid a high potassium diet during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. Your doctor/dietitian will suggest appropriate changes in your diet to avoid high intake of potassium.

General Instructions

Take Accord tablet 300 mg 10’s with or without food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. Inform the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Other details

  • Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • Does not cause sleepiness

References

Additional Information:

what are the adverse effects of Accord tablet 300 mg 10’s?

Dizziness, fatigue, headache, flushing, musculoskeletal trauma, nausea/vomiting, abnormal urination, increased plasma creatine kinase, orthostatic hypotension and dizziness, hyperkalaemia in type II diabetes with renal disease.

What happens if I miss a dose of Accord tablet 300 mg 10’s?

Adults: Initial & maintenance dose: 150 mg once daily. May be increased to 300 mg or other antihypertensive agents can be added. Children: Not recommended.

One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Accord tablet 300 mg 10’s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.

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