Abel 40 Mg Tablet

Abel 40 MG Tablet

Name

• Brand Name: Abel 40 Tablet
• Common Name: Azilsartan Medoxomil

Composition

Abel 40 MG Tablet contains Azilsartan Medoxomil 40 mg as its active ingredient.

Uses

Abel 40 Tablet is primarily used to treat:

• High blood pressure (Hypertension).
• Heart failure.
• Prevention of heart attack and stroke.
• Preserving kidney function in patients with diabetes.

Dosage and Administration

Abel 40 Tablet is for oral use and is typically taken once daily. It can be taken with or without food, but it is recommended to take it at the same time each day for maximum benefit. The tablet should be swallowed whole with a glass of water and not crushed or chewed. It's crucial to continue taking the medicine regularly even if you feel well.

Side Effects

Common Side Effects:

• Dizziness
• Diarrhea
• Low blood pressure (hypotension), which may cause faintness or dizziness
• Nausea
• Muscle spasms
• Skin rash and itching
• Tiredness/Fatigue
• Weakness

Serious Side Effects (Seek immediate medical attention if experienced):

• Severe, persistent diarrhea and substantial weight loss
• Severe allergic reactions, including difficulty breathing or swallowing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, and/or throat, or itching of the skin with raised bumps or welts.
• Liver problems (rare).
• Overdosage may cause a quickened heartbeat or lower than normal blood pressure, leading to dizziness or fainting.

Precautions

• Allergies: Do not take Abel 40 Tablet if you are allergic to Azilsartan Medoxomil or any of its ingredients.
• Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: It is not recommended during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, due to potential harm to the fetus. It is also not recommended for breastfeeding women as it may pass into breast milk.
• Drug Interactions:
  • Avoid use with blood pressure-lowering medicines containing aliskiren if you have diabetes or impaired kidney function.
  • Use with caution if taking potassium supplements, potassium-sparing medicines (e.g., spironolactone, amiloride), or salt substitutes containing potassium, as it may increase blood potassium levels.
  • Concomitant use with Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) inhibitors (e.g., enalapril, lisinopril) may increase the risk of low blood pressure and high potassium levels.
  • Inform your doctor if you are taking lithium, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen or diclofenac, or heparin.
• Medical Conditions: Inform your doctor if you have liver disease (especially severe), kidney problems (including renal artery stenosis, impaired kidney function, or if on dialysis), heart problems (such as heart failure, recent heart attack, mitral valve stenosis, or obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy), diabetes, primary hyperaldosteronism, or high potassium levels in the blood.
• Driving and Operating Machinery: Abel 40 Tablet may cause dizziness, so avoid driving or operating machinery if you experience this side effect.
• Alcohol: Avoid alcohol consumption as it may increase dizziness and light-headedness.
• Children: Not recommended for children and adolescents under 18 years of age due to limited data.
• Elderly: Use with caution in patients over 75 years of age.
• Lifestyle: Lifestyle modifications such as regular exercise, maintaining a healthy weight, quitting smoking, moderating alcohol consumption, and reducing sodium intake can further help manage blood pressure.

Storage

Store Abel 40 Tablet below 30°C. Protect it from light and moisture by keeping the container tightly closed. Keep this medicine out of the reach of children. Do not freeze the medicine.