Teveten (Eprosartan)

Teveten (Eprosartan) is a prescription medication used to treat high blood pressure. Treating high blood pressure prevents complications like stroke, kidney problems, and heart attacks. The active ingredient in Teveten is Eprosartan. Eprosartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. It works by blocking the action of angiotensin II, a natural substance that tightens the blood vessels. This action allows the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently, lowering blood pressure. Teveten may be used alone or with a diuretic to reach the target blood pressure.

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Get medical help immediately if you have any of these signs or an allergic reaction while taking Teveten. The most common side effects of Teveten may include the following:
• Diarrhea;
• Dizziness;
• Headache;
• Nausea;
• Weakness

Contact your doctor right away if you have any of the severe side effects, including:
• Signs of a serious allergic reaction, including abdominal cramps, breathing difficulties, swelling of the face, mouth, and throat;
• Signs of an infection such as fever, sore throat, cold;
• Signs of kidney problems such as increased urination at night, painful urination, abdominal pain, fatigue, decreased urine production;
• Signs of liver problems such as nausea, appetite loss, weight loss, dark urine, yellowing of the skin or eyes

These are not all of the side effects of Teveten. Always contact your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.

You should not take Teveten if you are allergic to Eprosartan or any ingredient in Teveten. Before you start using this medication, tell your doctor about your medical history, especially if you:
• Are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed;
• Are pregnant or planning to be pregnant;
• Have diabetes;
• Have had heart failure;
• Have intolerance to some sugars;
• Have kidney disease

Tell your doctor about all your medications, including prescription, OTC, herbal supplements, and vitamins. There may be drug interactions between Teveten and benazepril, captopril, aspirin, ibuprofen, potassium supplements, etc. Avoid aliskiren, aldesleukin, amiodarone, heparin, morphine, or riociguat with Teveten. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Teveten can harm a fetus. Do not take this drug in pregnancy. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed. It is not known if Eprosartan passes into breast milk or if it may affect a nursing infant. Take Teveten precisely as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the tablet whole with water. It is best to take this drug at the same time every day, with or without food. If you take this drug with food in the morning, continue to take it with food in the morning. Teveten lowers your blood pressure within 2 to 3 weeks. Your doctor may change your dose if your blood pressure remains too high. Store Teveten at room temperature, away from light and moisture. Keep out of the sight and reach of children.

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