Irbesartan User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

Brand names: Avapro

Irbesartan has an average rating of 4.4 out of 10 from a total of 103 reviews on Drugs.com. 20% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 46% reported a negative experience.

Reviews for Irbesartan

Julie...
Taken for 1 to 6 months
February 28, 2018

For High Blood Pressure "I started taking Irbesartan after learning of the increased incidence of gastrointestinal problems using Olmesartan. Unfortunately like Losartan, Irbesartan did not control my BP well. It too rose to 220/100 taking 300mg Irbesartan and 0.3mg clonidine and 60mg Imdur daily. I was taking Losartan at maximum dose of 100mg with clonidine, and imdur daily it no longer was controlling my BP. It got up to 200/100...I switched to Olmesartan 40mg daily and within a day my BP dropped to 160/85 next day 140/80 then down to 119/64 and lowered dose to 20mg with 1 clonidine and 1 imdur. I switched to Irbesartan to avoid GI problems. but I guess I'll have to take my changes with Olmesartan as it seems that's the only one that works."

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Anonymous
June 14, 2020

For Diabetic Kidney Disease "Does anyone else have bad indigestion with Ibersarten? I have some other mildish symptoms I can manage but this other pain is not good. Had every heart check you can have and my heart is good but blood pressure was up a bit and they are using it to support my kidney as I have type two diabetes. not sure if it's working though. been on it for about 9 months."

5 / 10

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steven
Taken for 1 to 6 months
January 6, 2023

For High Blood Pressure "This worked in 3 weeks to bring down bp from 160s/90s. Now it's 130/80. But the side effects are scary: loss of libido, weak erections, loss of appetite, tingling in feet, muscle twitches, neck pain, irritability, impatience, breathing problems within the first 3 hours of taking the 150mg daily morning dose, loose bowels, anxiety, disturbed sleep, heart palpitations and general feeling of dis-ease. Apart from these, I am happy with the BP-lowering effect, but I don't want to continue with these side effects so I'll be asking my GP for an alternative in the coming days."

7 / 10

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Codmo...
Taken for 5 to 10 years
August 28, 2013

"I have been on Irbesartan for 8 years and usually have no problems apart from the usual lightheadedness when getting up, I developed a cough 5 years ago which initially got me worried but now it comes and goes. It gets worse on the change of environments - cold-warm and vice versa or when I come in contact with dust, pollen or some perfumes. I get fed up with it but it keeps my Lupus at bay so am happy to put up with it."

6 / 10

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Ozgear
Taken for less than 1 month
April 28, 2023

Avapro (irbesartan) for High Blood Pressure "Started taking Irbesartan (Avapro) from Lisinopril 8 days ago. The side effects are brutal, horrendous pain at the base of my skull and neck area, very intense headache, dizziness and disorientation, late night fever 2 hours after taking medication. These are the most concerning side effects. Starting back on 30mg Lisinopril tonight."

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Anonymous
Taken for 1 to 6 months
January 5, 2022

For High Blood Pressure "I'm a 42 year old female. I was put on 300mg Irbesartan as a starting dose for high blood pressure. I have been taking just half this dose. I wanted to see if I could control my blood pressure on a lower dose first. I have noticed changes since using Irbesartan: 1. It has reduced my systolic blood pressure a great deal to a normal level. However my diastolic reading is still quite high. 2. My periods, which have always been extremely regular, have suddenly become very irregular. 3. I have started falling asleep all the time, anywhere. I have never slept during the day in my life, so to suddenly find myself falling asleep in all manner of places and at any time, even shortly after waking in the morning, is very concerning. 4. My ears keep popping which is odd and annoying. 5. I feel sad and wistful a lot, which is unlike me. 6. I have been feeling disconnected and numb. 7. I have experienced a total loss of libido."

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Off...
Taken for 1 to 2 years
July 7, 2021

For High Blood Pressure "I took 75 mg to control spikes over 200 systolic. It did that. It also made me tired and mildly depressed. Then I started losing my ability to recall memories and experiences which gave me nightmares. It was so bad I felt my personality was going away. I finally quit and I started remembering things within two or three days. It made me emotional. My blood pressure is dangerously high but none of the other drugs are a good alternative. They denied the fact that a physical problem could cause this but my tests showed adrenal gland, kidney and liver problem as well as small blood vessels and a narrowed artery. Surely repairing this stuff is a better option for us patients that certain dental causes by drugs."

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Anonymous
Taken for 5 to 10 years
March 8, 2023

For High Blood Pressure "Been on karvizide for 7 years and all my problems started pretty much straight away. I had a burning feeling in my hands and feet up my leg to knee and dizziness, anxiety, stomach cramps, and eyesight changing all the time. I would go to the hospital to be told nothing wrong and carry on taking it. Well, I'm over it after reading reviews on here. I'm going to my doctor to tell him I want to stop taking this medication."

2 / 10

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Marlene...
Taken for 2 to 5 years
September 2, 2023

For High Blood Pressure "My family has a history of strokes and hypertension, usually starting at the age of 35. 35 came around and BAM! I have high blood pressure. I ended up in the ED with hypertensive crisis... I was put on this medication starting at 150mg daily, which didn't make a dent. After a couple of weeks, I went back to my doctor who increased my dose to 300mg and included a water pill. This combo was the ticket, my blood pressure is now in the normal range. The only side effect I had was weight gain. I started at 5 feet 7 inches 145 pounds and have gained 20 pounds since starting this medication 3 years ago. I frequent the gym, eat right, and drink tons of water - the weight is mine to keep, but at least my heart is healthy!"

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SWN
Taken for less than 1 month
January 20, 2024

For High Blood Pressure "I have been on Irbesartan for only two weeks, but have noticed a very pleasant change in stress level, and BP is under control as I have been doing 4 readings per day (for baseline and comparative) in order to see how it is working. This is an early review, but very positive so far from me. I will update after another 4-6 weeks, after my follow up with cardiologist. By the way, I am 59, have felt 'fight or flight' stress for the last 2-3 years. I have never had high BP (that I am aware of) but have also had symptoms of sleep apnea which can trigger A-Fib and Hypertension. More to come..."

8 / 10

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Jan
Taken for 10 years or more
September 20, 2021

Avapro (irbesartan) for High Blood Pressure "I have taken Avapro for years and lately, my BP is over the top so put on zircol. all this has been too much. I feel a new change is needed as I have tiredness sore muscles, bones in fact whole body. They say exercise how, when you are so tired. When the pump goes to 230 I know I am in trouble.Thank you for your reviewer."

3 / 10

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Jackr
March 8, 2023

For High Blood Pressure "I’ve been taking 150mg Irbesartan with 12.5mg chlorthalidone for about 2 months now. My blood pressure is just not as well controlled with the Irbesartan as it was with the 20mg lisinopril which I was taking previously. I have an appointment with my doctor in a couple of days to switch back to the lisinopril."

3 / 10

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Desmond
Taken for less than 1 month
December 26, 2021

For High Blood Pressure "Irbesartan lowers the blood pressure pretty well but gives me heart palpitations along with body tremors and makes me tired. I also noticed my vision being blurry. I'm trying to give the medicine a chance but if the side effects don't go away soon I will not be taking this medicine any longer."

6 / 10

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Helen
November 9, 2022

For High Blood Pressure "Was on 300mg irbesartan and then went up to 150mg. Side effects are still terrible. I thought it was just old age but after reading these reviews I realise it’s the medication. Time to get off and live as well as I can with no meds."

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Anony...
Taken for 2 to 5 years
March 4, 2022

For High Blood Pressure "Hyperkalemia made me throw up, no appetite. Plus loins pain back pain, taste aversion . I had to stop taking irbesartan for several days and taking diuretic to expel potassium . And cut the dose . My apnea is much batter after diuretic."

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Monke...
Taken for 1 to 2 years
May 15, 2023

For High Blood Pressure "Taking this medication as the combination ibesartin + hydrochlorothiazide. After graduating from 150mg to 300mg dosage I find this medication does no longer controls my BP. Side effects are fatigue, stomach pain and nausea. Unfortunately I can't take calcium channel blockers as an alternative because of the painful side effects of oedema."

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Anony...
Taken for 1 to 2 years
November 20, 2022

For High Blood Pressure "Have been on irbesartan for 18 months. Was fine at first but now hair is falling out, leg cramps at night, urination at 2 am, scalp sores, heartburn, and diarrhea so bad that it caused bleeding hemmorhoids that ruptured. Even if irbesartan is effective in lowering blood pressure these side effects are so stressful that it just cranks it back up anyway. Also heard that after 5 years HCZ damages kidneys and can cause type II diabetes. I'm going to try daily beet juice and hibiscus tea and see of that helps as much as the studies claim."

3 / 10

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Turbo...
June 21, 2014

Avapro (irbesartan) for High Blood Pressure "Feeling tired, dizzy, disoriented, off-balance, leg pain, feeling in a fog, headaches."

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jane
May 19, 2014

Avapro (irbesartan) for High Blood Pressure "Extremely tired and sleepy all the time. Low energy. Even after sleep still tired."

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Med...
Taken for 1 to 6 months
September 24, 2014

For High Blood Pressure "Controls blood pressure great, but having side effects like, constipation, gout, leg cramps, sleepiness, and general fatigue."

8 / 10

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Too...
Taken for 1 to 6 months
November 23, 2017

For High Blood Pressure "I stopped taking irbesartan after 6 months due to muscle and joint pain. I stopped the meds 2 weeks ago and the pain is 90% gone. Why is this not listed in the pharmaceutical insert?"

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Anonymous
August 15, 2011

Avapro (irbesartan) for High Blood Pressure "Controlled blood pressure just fine. But the dizziness upon getting up was pretty bad. Had to urinate many times a day and during the night as well. "

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Boocu...
March 2, 2015

For High Blood Pressure "300 mg a day kept my blood pressure down but gave me terrible acid reflux. I'd rather have the blood pressure thanks."

8 / 10

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JimBP
Taken for less than 1 month
April 3, 2015

For High Blood Pressure "My blood pressure was under control with Benicar 20mg with no side effects. Irbesartan 300mg is not coming close to the good blood pressure from Benicar."

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SmithCC
May 25, 2010

Avapro (irbesartan) for High Blood Pressure "This medicine gave me heartburn and stomach upset. I couldn't eat anything that didn't cause my stomach to be painful - let alone anything mildly spicy. My doctor had to change my medicine."

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