Aliskiren dosage forms and strengths
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sheng Shi, M.D. [2]
Dosage Forms and Strengths
2.1 Hypertension
The usual recommended starting dose of Tekturna is 150 mg once daily. In patients whose blood pressure is not adequately controlled, the daily dose may be increased to 300 mg. Doses above 300 mg did not give an increased blood pressure response but resulted in an increased rate of diarrhea. The antihypertensive effect of a given dose is substantially attained (85-90%) by 2 weeks.
2.2 Use with Other Antihypertensives
Tekturna may be administered with some other antihypertensive agents. In diabetics, do not use in combination with angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) or angiotensinconverting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs) [see Contraindications (4)]. Concomitant use of aliskiren with an ARB or ACEI is not recommended in patients with GFR <60 ml/min [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2)]. Most exposure to date is with diuretics, an angiotensinreceptor blocker (valsartan) or a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine). Aliskiren used together with these drugs has a greater effect at their maximum recommended doses than either drug alone. It is not known whether additive effects are present when Tekturna is used with angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs) or beta blockers (BB).
2.3 Relationship to Meals
Patients should establish a routine pattern for taking Tekturna with regard to meals. High fat meals decrease absorption substantially [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].[1]
References
- ↑ "TEKTURNA (ALISKIREN HEMIFUMARATE) TABLET, FILM COATED [NOVARTIS PHARMACEUTICALS CORPORATION]". Retrieved 25 February 2014.
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