Irbesartan hydrochlorideProduct ingredient for Irbesartan

Irbesartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) indicated to treat hypertension or diabetic nephropathy.^7,8 It can also be used as part of a combination product with hydrochlorothiazide for patients not well controlled or not expected to be well controlled on monotherapy.⁸ Unlike angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors, ARBs are not associated with a dry cough.^7,8

Irbesartan was granted FDA approval on 30 September 1997.^7,8