Aliskiren is a renin inhibitor approved to treat high blood pressure. This segment of the eMedTV archives provides an in-depth look at this medication, including information on its effects, dosing guidelines, and possible side effects.
Coughing, diarrhea, and a rash are some of the common side effects of aliskiren. This eMedTV page provides a detailed list of side effects that can occur while taking the drug, including side effects that may require immediate medical attention.
Aliskiren is used for the treatment of high blood pressure in adults. This eMedTV article contains detailed information on these uses, including an explanation of how this prescription drug works and why lowering your blood pressure is important.
Several factors will affect your aliskiren dosage, such as how well you respond to the drug. This eMedTV Web page explains that the usual starting dose of aliskiren is 150 mg once daily. This page also provides general aliskiren dosing guidelines.
Drug interactions can occur when certain medicines (such as Lasix or Lipitor) are taken with aliskiren. This eMedTV segment discusses several possible drug interactions with aliskiren and explains some of the complications they may cause.
Aliskiren can cause a life-threatening condition that causes swelling of the lips, mouth, tongue, or throat. This eMedTV Web page provides several precautions and warnings with aliskiren, including information on who should not take the drug.
