In some studies, irbesartan (Avapro) and candesartan (Atacand) reduced blood pressure better than losartan (Cozaar). conversion of losartan to its active form
Angiotensin Receptor Blockers Recommended Dose Conversions Valsartan Irbesartan Losartan Olmesartan Telmisartan Candesartan Azilsartan
Angiotensin Receptor Blockers Recommended Dose Conversions Valsartan Irbesartan Losartan Olmesartan Telmisartan Candesartan Azilsartan
Drug names: valsartan, candesartan, losartan, irbesartan; Indications ACE inhibitors. Mechanism of action: inhibition of ACE → ↓ conversion of
BP Reduction - Monotherapy Olmesartan 20 mg/d dose – better than Losartan conversion to active metabolite Candesartan converts
Losartan, Irbesartan, and Candesartan are CYP 450 metabolized Losartan needs CYP450 for conversion Losartan 50 OD – BD
Losartan, Irbesartan, and Candesartan are CYP 450 metabolized Losartan needs CYP450 for conversion Losartan 50 OD – BD
Losartan Valsartan Candesartan Irbesartan Eprosatan Telmisartan Olmesartan Azilsartan conversion to active metabolite
Losartan Valsartan Candesartan Irbesartan Eprosatan Telmisartan Olmesartan Azilsartan conversion to active metabolite
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