Tekturna
Warnings
What may interact with Tekturna?
-atorvastatin
-furosemide
-irbesartan
-ketoconazole
-other medicines for high blood pressure
-potassium supplements
-salt substitutes with potassium
What should I tell my health care provider before I take Tekturna?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-dehydration
-diabetes
-kidney disease
-an unusual or allergic reaction to aliskiren, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using Tekturna?
Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular checks on your progress. Check your blood pressure as directed. Ask your doctor or health care professional what your blood pressure should be and when you should contact him or her.
If you have diabetes and are taking a medicine called an angiotensin-receptor-blocker (ARB) or angiotensin-converting-enzyme-inhibitor (ACE inhibitor), do not take this medicine. Talk to your doctor or health care professional for more information.
Women should inform their doctor if they wish to become pregnant or think they might be pregnant. There is a potential for serious side effects to an unborn child. Talk to your health care professional or pharmacist for more information.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Protect from moisture. Keep the container tightly closed. Do not throw out the packet in the container. It keeps the medicine dry. Throw away any unused drug after the expiration date.
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