Eprosartan
TEVETEN
What it isAngiotensin II receptor blocker; hypertension.
Why this oneIt also blocks presynaptic AT1 receptors, giving some sympathoinhibition the other ARBs lack.
What limits itWeaker blood-pressure effect than the newer ARBs. Contraindicated in pregnancy.
FDA-approved for
- hypertension (1997)
⚠ BOXED WARNING
- Fetal toxicity; discontinue as soon as pregnancy is detected
Principal riskWeaker blood-pressure effect than the newer ARBs
Classes and tags
Clinical profile
Mechanism of action: Eprosartan ballicule
