Edarbi

Generic name: azilsartan medoxomil [ AY-zil-SAR-tan-me-DOX-oh-mil ]
Brand name: Edarbi
Drug class:Angiotensin receptor blockers

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jul 30, 2021.

What is Edarbi?

Edarbi (azilsartan medoxomil is in a group of drugs called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. Edarbi keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow.

Edarbi is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It is sometimes given together with other blood pressure medications.

Edarbi may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Do not use Edarbi if you are pregnant. Stop using this medication and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. You should not use Edarbi if you are allergic to azilsartan medoxomil.

Before you take Edarbi, tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease, an electrolyte imbalance (low levels of potassium or magnesium in your blood), congestive heart failure, or if you are dehydrated.

Drinking alcohol can further lower your blood pressure and may increase certain side effects of Edarbi. Do not use potassium supplements or salt substitutes while you are taking Edarbi, unless your doctor has told you to.

Your blood pressure will need to be checked often. Visit your doctor regularly.

Keep using Edarbi as directed, even if you feel well. High blood pressure often has no symptoms. You may need to use blood pressure medication for the rest of your life.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use Edarbi if you are allergic to azilsartan medoxomil.

To make sure you can safely take Edarbi, tell your doctor if you have any of these other conditions:

• kidney disease;
• liver disease;

• an electrolyte imbalance (such as low levels of potassium or magnesium in your blood);

• congestive heart failure; or

• if you are dehydrated.

FDA pregnancy category D. Do not use Edarbi if you are pregnant. Stop using this medication and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. Edarbi can cause injury or death to the unborn baby if you take the medicine during your second or third trimester. Use effective birth control while taking Edarbi. It is not known whether azilsartan medoxomil passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while taking Edarbi.

How should I take Edarbi?

Take Edarbi exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you ...