Ingredient

Irbesartan

Irbesartan is an antihypertensive medication used to treat high blood pressure.

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MFDS ingredient code M251853

What does it do?

Irbesartan belongs to the class of angiotensin II receptor blockers and is used to lower blood pressure. It is mainly utilized for controlling blood pressure in patients with hypertension and also helps in preventing cardiovascular diseases.

Irbesartan prevents the substance angiotensin II, which constricts blood vessels, from binding to blood vessel receptors, resulting in vasodilation. This leads to lower blood pressure and reduced strain on the heart.

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Good to know

Irbesartan has excellent renal protective effects compared to other drugs in the same class, and has fewer side effects in some patients. Additionally, its blood pressure control effect is stable and persistent.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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