RASILEZ 150 MG TABLET FC

SKU: AH_CH_HBP_4117 Category:

Generic : Aliskiren (150mg)

Treatment : Hypertension ( High Blood Pressure) 

Pack size  : 7 (Tablet)

Manufacturer : Novartis India Ltd

Made In : INDIA

UNIT PRICE

$6.61

Print Friendly, PDF & Email

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Rasilez 150mg Tablet FC is a medicine used in the treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension). It lowers blood pressure by helping in relaxing blood vessels. Lowering the blood pressure helps to prevent future heart attack and stroke.

Rasilez 150mg Tablet FC should be taken regularly as advised by the doctor. You should take it with or without food and at a fixed time. You should never stop it abruptly without consulting the doctor. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel ill, but if you stop taking this medicine, your condition could get worse. This may lead to your blood pressure rising up again and increase your risk of heart disease and stroke.

It is important to have your blood pressure checked regularly. This medicine is only one part of a treatment program which should also include a healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, moderation of alcohol intake and weight reduction. You can eat normally while taking this medicine, but try to reduce your salt intake.

It may cause side effects like diarrhea, dizziness, and joint pain. This medicine may not be suitable for some people. You must inform the doctor if you are suffering from any liver or kidney disease. Also, let your doctor know about all the other medications that you are using regularly. This medicine is not usually recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, so always consult your doctor before taking it.

 

BENEFITS OF RASILEZ TABLET FC

In Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Rasilez 150mg Tablet FC relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. This lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or kidney problems in the future. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. You should take it regularly as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.
 

HOW TO USE RASILEZ TABLET FC

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Rasilez 150mg Tablet FC may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
 

HOW RASILEZ TABLET FC WORKS

Rasilez 150mg Tablet FC is a direct renin inhibitor. It works by relaxing blood vessels which lower blood pressure and allows the heart to pump more efficiently.
 

SAFETY ADVICE

warnings

Alcohol

UNSAFE
Rasilez 150mg Tablet FC may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
warnings

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rasilez 150mg Tablet FC is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
warnings

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Rasilez 150mg Tablet FC is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
warnings

Driving

UNSAFE
Rasilez 150mg Tablet FC may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
warnings

Kidney

CAUTION
Rasilez 150mg Tablet FC should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Rasilez 150mg Tablet FC may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Rasilez 150mg Tablet FC in these patients. Regular monitoring of creatinine and potassium levels is recommended while you are taking this medicine.
warnings

Liver

CAUTION
Rasilez 150mg Tablet FC should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Rasilez 150mg Tablet FC may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Rasilez 150mg Tablet FC in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
 

INTERACTION WITH DRUGS

  • ATORVASTATIN
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • TORASEMIDE
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • CYCLOSPORINE
  • IBUPROFEN
  • NAPROXEN
  • LISINOPRIL
  • ENALAPRIL
  • RAMIPRIL
  • VERAPAMIL
  • TELMISARTAN
  • VALSARTAN
  • IRBESARTAN

 

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE RASILEZ TABLET FC?

If you miss a dose of Rasilez 150mg Tablet FC, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

SIDE EFFECTS

Print Friendly, PDF & Email
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Rasilez

  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness
  • Joint pain
  • Increased potassium level in blood

FAQ's

Print Friendly, PDF & Email

Q. How long does it take for Rasilez 150mg Tablet FC to show its effect?

Rasilez 150mg Tablet FC starts working on the day you start taking it but it may take up to 4 weeks to notice the full benefits of this medicine. Continue taking it as prescribed by your doctor.

Q. Can Rasilez 150mg Tablet FC cause fluid and electrolyte imbalance?

Yes, this medicine might cause fluid and electrolyte imbalance. Some of the warning signs or symptoms include dryness of the mouth, thirst, weakness, lethargy, drowsiness, restlessness, muscle pains or cramps, muscular fatigue, hypotension, and gastrointestinal disturbances such as nausea and vomiting. Close monitoring of serum electrolytes should be performed at the initiation of therapy.

Q. Can Rasilez 150mg Tablet FC cause hyperkalemia?

Yes, the use of potassium supplements, potassium-sparing diuretics, salt substitutes containing potassium, or other drugs that may increase potassium levels along with Rasilez 150mg Tablet FC might cause hyperkalemia (increase in potassium levels).

Q. I have developed joint pain after using Rasilez 150mg Tablet FC. What should I do?

Joint pain is one of the common side-effects of this medicine. Do light exercise or take physical therapy to strengthen muscles around the affected joint and manage your weight along with taking this medication. Talk to your doctor if it does not go away.

Q. What are some of the serious side-effects of Rasilez 150mg Tablet FC?

Rasilez 150mg Tablet FC may cause some serious side effects such as severe allergic reaction with symptoms such as rash, itching, swelling of face or lips or tongue, difficulty breathing, dizziness, and diarrhea.

Q. Can Rasilez 150mg Tablet FC cause dizziness?

Yes. Rasilez 150mg Tablet FC can cause dizziness as a side effect. If this happens to you, you should sit or lie down until the symptoms pass. Always carry some sugary food or fruit juice with you in case you experience dizziness while traveling.

Q. What should I avoid while taking Rasilez 150mg Tablet FC?

You should avoid taking this medicine together with fruit juice or herbal teas, as it could cause a decrease in the effectiveness of this medicine. Take low sodium and low-fat diet, and adhere to the lifestyle changes as advised by your doctor.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Print Friendly, PDF & Email

Pack size  – 7

pack form  – tablet

MORE INFORMATION

Print Friendly, PDF & Email

 Information Leaflet

Always read the patient information leaflet before commencing treatment.

Important: We advise you to always read the patient information leaflet inside the medication box, as the generic medication may not always entirely match the patient information leaflet listed. Please contact us if you have any questions.

Choose USD/EURO for Deliveries Outside India / Choose INR for Deliveries in India