What it's used for
This medication is used to treat high blood pressure and to lower the risk of cardiovascular events like strokes and heart attacks. It is also used to treat kidney disease in patients with type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure.
Source: U.S. FDA-approved prescribing information (openFDA).
Typical dosing
The recommended starting dose for high blood pressure is 150 mg once daily, while the dose for diabetic kidney disease is 300 mg once daily.
Dosing shown here is the general FDA-labeled range. Your prescribing clinician determines the exact dose, form, and schedule for you — this is not a substitute for medical advice.
Boxed warning / key safety info
This medication can cause injury and death to a developing fetus and should be discontinued as soon as pregnancy is detected.
Common side effects
Common side effects include high potassium levels, dizziness, and dizziness or low blood pressure when standing up.
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