Eprosartan (Systemic)
Brand Names : Teveten
Proper Use of This MedicineTake this medicine only as directed by your doctor
. Do not take more
of it and do not take it more often than your doctor ordered. This medicine
also works best when there is a constant amount in the blood. To help keep the amount constant, do not miss any doses. Also, it is best
to take the doses at the same time each day
.
Dosing - The dose of eprosartan will be different for different
patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions
on the label
. The following information includes only the average doses
of eprosartan. If your dose is different, do not change
it
unless your doctor tells you to do so. The number of tablets that you take depends on the strength of the medicine.
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For oral
dosage form (tablets):
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For high blood pressure:
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Adults - 400 to 800 milligrams (mg) a day. The dose may be taken
once a day or divided into two doses.
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Children - Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it
as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip
the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double
doses.
Storage - To store this medicine:
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Keep out of the reach of children.
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Store away from heat and direct light.
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Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Ask your
health care professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not
use. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.
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