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Zilarbi 40 Tablet 10's

Zilarbi 40 Tablet 10's

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Synonym

AZILSARTAN

Manufacturer/Marketer

Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-25

for this medicine

About Zilarbi 40 Tablet

Zilarbi 40 Tablet belongs to a group of medications called 'anti-hypertensives' primarily used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure is a chronic (long-term) condition in which blood pressure is elevated persistently in higher than normal levels. If left untreated, this condition can increase the risk of heart-related diseases like heart attack, heart failure, stroke, and irregular heartbeat, and leads to other complications.

Zilarbi 40 Tablet contains ‘Azilsartan medoxomil’, is an angiotensin-II receptor antagonist (AIIRAs), which narrows and relaxes the constricted blood vessels increasing the blood pressure; therefore, blocking angiotensin can result in widening of the narrowed blood vessels. This effect allows the blood to flow more smoothly in the blood vessels.

Take Zilarbi 40 Tablet with or without food or as directed by your doctor. The doctor determines the dose and duration of the medicine. Swallow the tablet as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it. The common side-effects of Zilarbi 40 Tablet are dizziness, diarrhoea, low blood pressure, nausea, muscle spasms, skin rash, and itching. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience severe diarrhoea, considerable weight loss, or other unwanted effects.

Do not take Zilarbi 40 Tablet if you are allergic to ‘azilsartan medoxomil’ or any ingredients present in it. A Zilarbi 40 Tablet should not be used in pregnant women who are more than 3 months pregnant, patients with diabetes or kidney failure, and do not use blood pressure-lowering medicine containing aliskiren. Inform your doctor if you are taking potassium supplements or any other prescription or non-prescription drugs. Zilarbi 40 Tablet is not recommended for children and adolescents under 18 years of age.

Uses of Zilarbi 40 Tablet

Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure).

Medicinal Benefits

Zilarbi 40 Tablet contains ‘Azilsartan medoxomil’ which belongs to the class of ‘antihypertensives’. It is primarily used to reduce high blood pressure. It is an angiotensin-II receptor blocker (ARB) that blocks the hormone angiotensin. Angiotensin narrows the blood vessels increasing the blood pressure; therefore blocking angiotensin can widen the narrowed blood vessels. This effect allows the blood to flow more smoothly in the blood vessels and lower blood pressure.

Directions for Use

Swallow Zilarbi 40 Tablet as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Zilarbi 40 Tablet

  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhoea
  • Low blood pressure
  • Nausea
  • Muscle spasms

Drug Warnings

Do not take Zilarbi 40 Tablet if you are allergic to ‘azilsartan medoxomil’ or any other ingredients present in it. Inform your doctor if you have liver disease, heart problems, diabetes, or kidney problems, and taking blood pressure-lowering medication containing aliskiren. Also, inform your doctor if you are taking any prescription or non-prescription drugs and nutritional supplements. Take Zilarbi 40 Tablet with caution if you have kidney, severe liver disease, have a disease of the adrenal gland called primary hyperaldosteronism, have raised potassium levels in the blood, or if you are on dialysis. During treatment, seek medical attention if you experience severe, persistent diarrhoea and substantial weight loss.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Zilarbi 40 Tablet may interact with Lithium (a medicine for mental health problems), non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen, diclofenac, heparin (a medicine for thinning the blood), diuretics (water tablets), Aliskiren or other medicines to lower your blood pressure (angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor or angiotensin II receptor blocker, such as enalapril, lisinopril, ramipril or valsartan, telmisartan).

Drug-Food Interactions: Zilarbi 40 Tablet may interact with high potassium-containing food and drinks. Also, alcohol should not be consumed while taking Zilarbi 40 Tablet .

Drug-Disease Interactions: Zilarbi 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems, liver disease, heart failure, diabetes, hyperkalemia (increased potassium levels in the blood), and adrenal gland problems.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • LITHIUM
  • IBUPROFEN
  • DICLOFENAC
  • HEPARIN
  • ALISKIREN
  • ENALAPRIL+HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE
  • LISINOPRIL
  • RAMIPRIL
  • VALSARTAN
  • TELMISARTAN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep your weight under control with body mass index (BMI) 19.5-24.9.

  • Do regular physical activity or exercise for at least 150 minutes per week, or about 30 minutes most days of the week. Doing this can help you to lower your raised blood pressure by about 5 mm of Hg.

  • Limit intake of sodium chloride (table salt) in your daily diet to 2300 mg per day or less than 1500 mg is ideal for most adults.

  • Limit alcohol intake. One serving for women and two servings for men is advisable.

  • Quit smoking as it is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease.

  • Avoid chronic stress as it can raise your blood pressure. Try to enjoy and spent time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.

  • Monitor your blood pressure daily and if there is too much fluctuation, then immediately contact your doctor.

  • Try to include heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acids containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil to lower your elevated blood pressure.

Special Advise

Your doctor may check your kidney function, blood pressure, and electrolyte levels in your blood at regular intervals while using Zilarbi 40 Tablet .

Disease/Condition Glossary

Hypertension: It is a chronic (long-term) condition in which blood pressure is elevated persistently at higher than normal levels. It occurs when the blood’s force against the wall of blood vessels is too high. This condition can cause chest pain (angina) and heart attack (when blood supply to the heart is blocked). Additionally, high blood pressure also causes damage to the brain, kidneys, and eyes. The risk of high blood pressure complications increases with the following: obesity, smoking, diabetes, alcohol intake, lack of physical inactivity, stress, and kidney diseases.

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Alcohol

Caution

Alcohol should not be taken while using Zilarbi 40 Tablet . It may worsen the health condition.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Zilarbi 40 Tablet is a category C medicine and causes harmful effects to the fetus. So it is not recommended to use in pregnant women.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Zilarbi 40 Tablet should not be given to breastfeeding mothers.

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Driving

Caution

Zilarbi 40 Tablet may cause dizziness and affect your ability to drive.

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Liver

Caution

If u have or had history or evidence of any liver-related diseases, please consult the doctor before taking medicine. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

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Kidney

Unsafe

If u have or had history or evidence of any Kidney-related diseases, please consult the doctor before taking medicine. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

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Children

Unsafe

Zilarbi 40 Tablet is not recommended for children and adolescents below 18 years of age.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

255/2, Hinjawadi, Pune - 411057, India
Other Info - ZIL0044

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FAQs

Zilarbi 40 Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).
Zilarbi 40 Tablet reduces elevated blood pressure. It is an angiotensin-II receptor antagonist (AIIRAs), which widens the narrowed blood vessels by blocking angiotensin (a hormone that narrows the blood vessels increasing the blood pressure).
Zilarbi 40 Tablet can be safely taken as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. High blood pressure is a life-long condition, and you should not abruptly stop taking medicine. Discontinuing Zilarbi 40 Tablet may lead to increased blood pressure with a high risk of heart attack and stroke in the future.
You should not discontinue using Zilarbi 40 Tablet without consulting your doctor. The doctor may monitor your blood pressure for at least two weeks before reducing the dose and gradually stopping the medicine.
Please inform your doctor before surgery if you are taking Zilarbi 40 Tablet as it needs to be stopped because it might lower the blood pressure further if taken along with general anaesthesia.
Zilarbi 40 Tablet may increase your blood potassium level. So potassium-rich diet and supplements should be avoided while taking Zilarbi 40 Tablet to avoid any unpleasant side effects. Talk to your doctor for more information regarding this.
Usually, Zilarbi 40 Tablet is prescribed for long-term treatment ranging from weeks to months for treating heart-related conditions. However, taking it for the long-term without a doctor's consent can be fatal. Hence, only take it as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you.
High blood pressure increases the workload on the arteries and heart. If untreated, it could damage the heart, brain, and kidney's blood vessels, resulting in a stroke, heart failure or kidney failure. Hypertension increases the risk of heart attacks. Therefore, anti-hypertensives such as Zilarbi 40 Tablet are used to lower the blood pressure to normal, reducing the risk of developing these disorders.
If you forget to take Zilarbi 40 Tablet at any time, take it as soon as you remember, then continue to take it at the usual times. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
Before using this medication, you should inform your doctor about your medical history, including any ongoing medicines, to avoid potential interactions and minimize side effects.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember unless it's almost time for your next dose. In this case, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the regular time. Never take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
Zilarbi 40 Tablet contains Azilsartan medoxomil, which is an angiotensin-II receptor antagonist.
Zilarbi 40 Tablet can be taken with or without food.
Yes, you can; however, it should be taken only as the healthcare provider recommends.
Follow a healthy diet and exercise regularly. Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption. Manage stress by doing meditation. Cut down on salt and saturated foods.
Potassium-rich diet and supplements should be avoided while taking Zilarbi 40 Tablet to avoid any unpleasant side effects.
Zilarbi 40 Tablet shows greater reduction in systolic blood pressure in patients with T2DM and Hypertension. Individual responses may vary from person to person.
Swallow it whole with a glass of water; do not crush, chew, or break it.
Try not to stop taking this medicine of your own. Stopping Zilarbi 40 Tablet abruptly may worsen your condition and increase your risk of a future heart attack. If you are facing any difficulty while taking this, consult your doctor.
Zilarbi 40 Tablet typically starts to lower blood pressure hours after a dose. However, it can take a few weeks to get the whole blood pressure-lowering effect of the medication.
An overdose of Zilarbi 40 Tablet is likely to be symptomatic hypotension and dizziness.
Azilsartan medoxomil is a new addition to the ARB class of antihypertensive agents.
Before using Zilarbi 40 Tablet , you should learn about its use, side effects, and limitations.
Zilarbi 40 Tablet is not suitable for some people with existing medical conditions. So, to ensure safety, let your doctor know about all your medical conditions and medications. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Zilarbi 40 Tablet .
The common side-effects of Zilarbi 40 Tablet are dizziness, diarrhoea, low blood pressure, nausea, muscle spasms, skin rash, and itching. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience severe diarrhoea, considerable weight loss, or other unwanted effects.

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