ARBs

ARBs are used to lower blood pressure to treat hypertension, heart failure, diabetic nephropathy, coronary artery disease, heart attack, and for stroke risk reduction. They work by relaxing blood vessels allowing more efficient pumping of the heart and better blood flow.

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Key takeaways

Angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs) are used to treat high blood pressure. Some can also help with other conditions, such as lowering the risk of stroke and worsening kidney problems in certain people. ARBs work by blocking the action of a natural substance called angiotensin II, which helps to relax blood vessels and lower blood pressure. These medications are typically taken as oral pills. Examples include losartan (Cozaar), valsartan (Diovan), olmesartan (Benicar), telmisartan (Micardis). You can discuss with your healthcare provider to find the best option for you.

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Edarbi

as low as$268

Edarbi (azilsartan) is used to treat high blood pressure. There are currently no generic alternatives to Edarbi.

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Cozaar (losartan)

as low as$11

Losartan (Cozaar) is an inexpensive drug used to treat high blood pressure and reduce the risk of stroke, and to slow the progression of kidney disease in patients with diabetes. It is more popular than comparable drugs. It is available in generic and brand versions. Generic losartan is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.

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Benicar (olmesartan)

as low as$15

Olmesartan (Benicar) is used to treat high blood pressure. It is available in generic and brand versions. Generic olmesartan is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.

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Diovan (valsartan)

as low as$24

Valsartan (Diovan) is a moderately priced drug used to treat high blood pressure. This drug is also used to treat patients with heart failure and patients who have had a heart attack. This drug is more popular than comparable drugs. It is available in brand and generic versions. It is not covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but manufacturer and pharmacy coupons can help offset the cost.

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Micardis (telmisartan)

as low as$14

Telmisartan (Micardis) is a moderately priced drug used to treat high blood pressure. This drug is less popular than comparable drugs. It is available in brand and generic versions. Generic telmisartan is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.

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Avapro (irbesartan)

as low as$25

Irbesartan (Avapro) is a moderately priced drug used to treat high blood pressure. This drug also slows down the progression of kidney disease in diabetic patients. This drug is slightly more popular than comparable drugs. It is available in brand and generic versions. Generic irbesartan is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.

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Atacand (candesartan)

as low as$65

Candesartan (Atacand) is an expensive drug used to treat high blood pressure in children and adults. This drug is also used to treat adults with heart failure. This drug is less popular than comparable drugs. It is available in brand and generic versions. It is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.

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Arbli

as low as$576

Arbli is only available as a brand name drug.

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Prexxartan

Prexxartan is part of the ARBs class and treats Heart Failure, Hypertension and Heart Attack. ARBs are used to lower blood pressure to treat hypertension, heart failure, diabetic nephropathy, coronary artery disease, heart attack, and for stroke risk reduction. They work by relaxing blood vessels allowing more efficient pumping of the heart and better blood flow. Prexxartan is only available as a brand name drug.

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Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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