Generic Name: eprosartan (EP roe SAR tan)
Brand Names: Teveten
What is Teveten (eprosartan)?
Eprosartan is in a group of drugs called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. Eprosartan keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow.
Eprosartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It is sometimes given together with other blood pressure medications.
Eprosartan may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
What is the most important information I should know about Teveten (eprosartan)?
Stop using this medication and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. Eprosartan can cause injury or death to the unborn baby if you take the medicine during your second or third trimester. You should not use this medication if you are allergic to eprosartan. Drinking alcohol can further lower your blood pressure and may increase certain side effects of eprosartan. Do not use potassium supplements or salt substitutes while you are taking eprosartan, unless your doctor has told you to.
Your blood pressure will need to be checked often. Visit your doctor regularly.
Keep using this medicine 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.
In rare cases, eprosartan can cause a condition that results in the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue, leading to kidney failure. Call your doctor right away if you have unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness especially if you also have fever, unusual tiredness, and dark colored urine.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Teveten (eprosartan)?
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to eprosartan.
To make sure you can safely take eprosartan, tell your doctor if you have any of these other conditions:
- kidney disease;
- liver disease;
congestive heart failure; or
if you are dehydrated.
FDA pregnancy category D. Do not use eprosartan if you are pregnant. Stop using this medication and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. Eprosartan 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 eprosartan. It is not known whether eprosartan passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
How should I take Teveten (eprosartan)?
Take 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 get the best results.
You may take eprosartan with or without food.
Conditions that may cause very low blood pressure include: vomiting, diarrhea, heavy sweating, heart disease, dialysis, a low salt diet, or taking diuretics (water pills). Follow your doctor's instructions about the type and amount of liquids you should drink while taking eprosartan. Tell your doctor if you have a prolonged illness that causes diarrhea or vomiting.
Your blood pressure will need to be checked often. Visit your doctor regularly.
It may take 2 to 3 weeks of using this medicine before your blood pressure is under control. For best results, keep using the medication as directed. Talk with your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 3 weeks of treatment.
Keep using this medicine 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.
Store eprosartan at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
Overdose symptoms may include dizziness or feeling like you might pass out.
What should I avoid while taking Teveten (eprosartan)?
Drinking alcohol can further lower your blood pressure and may increase certain side effects of eprosartan. Do not use potassium supplements or salt substitutes while you are taking eprosartan, unless your doctor has told you to.
Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may feel dizzy. Get up slowly and steady yourself to prevent a fall.
Teveten (eprosartan) side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. In rare cases, eprosartan can cause a condition that results in the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue, leading to kidney failure. Call your doctor right away if you have unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness especially if you also have fever, unusual tiredness, and dark colored urine. Call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:
feeling like you might pass out;
urinating less than usual or not at all;
chest pain, fast heart rate; or
swelling in your hands or feet.
Less serious side effects may include:
runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, cough;
joint pain;
nausea, stomach pain, diarrhea;
headache, dizziness; or
tired feeling.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What other drugs will affect Teveten (eprosartan)?
Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use, especially:
a diuretic (water pill); or
an NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug) such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn, Naprelan, Treximet), celecoxib (Celebrex), diclofenac (Arthrotec, Cambia, Cataflam, Voltaren, Flector Patch, Pennsaid, Solareze), indomethacin (Indocin), meloxicam (Mobic), and others.
This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with eprosartan. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.
More Teveten resources
- Teveten Side Effects (in more detail)
- Teveten Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
- Drug Images
- Teveten Drug Interactions
- Teveten Support Group
- 0 Reviews for Teveten - Add your own review/rating
- Teveten Prescribing Information (FDA)
- Teveten MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)
- Teveten Monograph (AHFS DI)
- Teveten Advanced Consumer (Micromedex) - Includes Dosage Information
- Eprosartan Prescribing Information (FDA)
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Where can I get more information?
- Your pharmacist can provide more information about eprosartan.
See also: Teveten side effects (in more detail)
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