Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Aliskiren Tablet

Aliskiren Tablet

Generic nameAliskiren
Drug classRenin inhibitor (direct renin inhibitor)
FormsTablet, Capsule containing pellets

Aliskiren is a prescription tablet used to treat high blood pressure. It belongs to a group of medicines called renin inhibitors and is known by the brand name Tekturna.

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  • Don't start, stop, or change a dose on your own
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